JONATHAN
The meaning of the unisex name Jonathan is A GIFT OF GOD
Details on JONATHAN:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- God has given
- Popularity for Boy:
- 135th in the USA (top 1%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 25,086th in the USA (bottom 30%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
4,018 births
JONATHAN as a BOY in 2024
6 births
JONATHAN as a GIRL in 2023
The meaning(s) of JONATHAN:
The name Jonathan is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Jonathan is: Jehovah has given.Jehovah's gift.Famous Bearer:Anglo-Irish writer Jonathan Swift (1667-1745), author of Gulliver's Travels.
The name Jonathan is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Jonathan is: Jehovah has given.Jehovah's gift.Famous Bearer:Anglo-Irish writer Jonathan Swift (1667-1745), author of Gulliver's Travels.
The name Jonathan is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name Jonathan is: Given of God.
USA SSA birth(s) for JONATHAN:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name JONATHAN
JONATHAN as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 4018 births |
| 2023 | 4088 births |
| 2022 | 4213 births |
| 2021 | 4458 births |
| 2020 | 4755 births |
| 2019 | 5466 births |
| 2018 | 5774 births |
| 2017 | 6471 births |
| 2016 | 6941 births |
| 2015 | 7619 births |
| 2014 | 8102 births |
| 2013 | 8550 births |
| 2012 | 9355 births |
| 2011 | 10230 births |
| 2010 | 11121 births |
| 2009 | 11371 births |
JONATHAN as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 births |
| 2022 | 8 births |
| 2021 | 5 births |
| 2020 | 9 births |
| 2019 | 6 births |
| 2018 | 7 births |
| 2017 | 5 births |
| 2016 | 16 births |
| 2015 | 11 births |
| 2014 | 10 births |
| 2013 | 12 births |
| 2012 | 10 births |
| 2011 | 21 births |
| 2010 | 14 births |
| 2009 | 14 births |
| 2008 | 17 births |
About the name JONATHAN
Jonathan, a name steeped in rich history and meaning, finds its roots in the Hebrew name Yonatan, which translates to "God has given." This gentle yet strong name carries with it the essence of generosity and divine blessing, making it a cherished choice for many parents. Across cultures, Jonathan resonates with warmth and familiarity; it is embraced in countries such as the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, where it has long been favored for its timeless appeal. In Spanish-speaking nations, the name often appears as Jonatán, while in French-speaking regions, it may be found as Jonathan, each variation maintaining the same spirit of kindness and strength. Symbolically, Jonathan evokes associations of loyalty and friendship, reflecting the bond famously shared between Jonathan and David in biblical narratives. With its soft yet resolute sound, Jonathan embodies a sense of hope and connection, making it a beautiful name for a child destined to bring light and joy to those around them.
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