Jonathan
JAH-nuh-thun
Average rank #249 across 6 of 7 countries
Etymology
Meaning & origin
English, German, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Dutch, French, Biblical
From the Hebrew name יְהוֹנָתָן (Yehonatan),contracted to יוֹנָתָן (Yonatan), meaning "Yahweh has given". According to the Old Testament, Jonathan was the eldest son of Saul. His relationship with his father was strained due to his close friendship with his father's rival David. Along with Saul he was killed in battle with the Philistines.
Popularity
How popular is Jonathan?
🏴 England & Wales
#302
in 2024
🏴 Scotland
#495
in 2025
🇮🇪 Ireland
#223
in 2025
🇺🇸 USA
#89
in 2025
🇨🇦 Canada
#161
in 2024
🇳🇿 New Zealand
#225
in 2025
Not in top rankings for: 🇦🇺 Australia
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