All about the name

Jonathen

Male

« Jonathan is a Hebrew male given name meaning "gift of God. »

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Meaning, origin, history

Jonathan is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew words "yonah," meaning "dove," and "than," which means "gift." Therefore, Jonathan literally translates to "gift of God" or "God has given." The name Jonathan first appears in the Bible as the son of King Saul. He was the best friend of David, who would eventually become King of Israel after Saul's death. This story is told in the Books of Samuel. In England during the Middle Ages, the name became popular due to the influence of French culture and literature. It was often used among the nobility and has since been passed down through generations. Today, Jonathan remains a popular given name for boys around the world. However, it's important to note that this information is about the name itself and not any characteristics or celebrations associated with people named Jonathan.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Jonathen since 1880

Total births
1,507
Total since 1880
Peak year
2000
59 births
in 2018
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-87%
vs previous 5 years