Jonathan

Jonathan is a boy name of Hebrew origin with the meaning "God has given, from the Hebrew name meaning Yahweh is gracious.". Names from the Hebrew tradition often carry deep cultural significance, reflecting heritage, values, or natural beauty. He has been used in Hebrew communities for generations and has gained broader popularity as parents discover its beauty.

Jonathan has been used across Asia and other parts of the world. In the United States, SSA data shows the name's popularity trends going back to 1950. Check the chart above to see exactly how many babies were named Jonathan in each year, and whether its popularity has been rising, steady, or declining.

Common nicknames for Jonathan depend on its full form. Many parents choose Jonathan specifically because it has built-in short forms or pet names. Some names have no common nicknames and are used in their full form throughout life.

Jonathan is a name shared by people across all walks of life — from artists and athletes to scientists and public figures. The popularity of the name means it appears throughout history in nearly every era and culture. Search online for "Jonathan famous people" to discover notable figures who share this name.

Names similar to Jonathan share its cultural origin, style, or sound. If you love Jonathan, you might also like names from the same origin tradition, names with similar ending sounds, or names that share the same number of syllables.