Jonathan

Boy

Origin: Hebrew · English

Meaning

“God has given”

Source

Cultural Notes

From the Hebrew Yehonatan meaning God has given; in the Old Testament Jonathan was David's closest friend, symbolizing devoted loyalty.

Popularity

Rarity: uncommon
Peak decade: 1990s
Community likes: 0

Famous People Named Jonathan

  • Jonathan Swift, Jonathan Franzen, Jonathan Edwards

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