Johnathan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Johnathan originates from the Hebrew name Yonatan, meaning 'God has given.' It evolved through Jonathan in English before becoming the modern form Johnathan. The name is associated with traits of loyalty and bravery, stemming from its biblical background. It has gained popularity in contemporary times, particularly in English-speaking regions.
The name Johnathan is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Johnathan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Johnathan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2987th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2228th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 740th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 298th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 121st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 179th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 374th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7786th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6133rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16630th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Johnathan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Johnathan"
Pronunciation
/dʒɒnəθən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Johnathan is derived from the Hebrew name Yonatan, which means 'God has given.' It combines the elements 'Yah,' referring to God, and 'natan,' meaning 'to give.'
Meaning
God has given
Language Evolution
Yonatan (Hebrew), Jonathan (English), Johnathan (Modern English)
Biblical Background
In the Bible, Jonathan was the son of Saul and a close friend of David, known for his loyalty and bravery.
Historical Usage
The name Jonathan has been in use since biblical times, but Johnathan, as a variant, gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Jonathan, Jon, Johnny, Jonny
Modern Popularity & Image
Johnathan is perceived as a strong and classic name, often associated with loyalty and friendship due to its biblical roots.
Famous People
Johnathan Edwards - American theologian, Johnathan Rhys Meyers - Irish actor, Johnathan Banks - American actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Johnathan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Johnathan"
"Johnathan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2987th of 7545 | 123 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2228th of 6773 | 206 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 740th of 7552 | 1,864 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 298th of 10718 | 10,718 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 121st of 16616 | 40,105 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 179th of 24088 | 34,142 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 374th of 23106 | 10,487 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7786th of 19264 | 80 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6133rd of 27321 | 207 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16630th of 35406 | 62 |
Regional Popularity of "Johnathan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
30.98% 690th/2227 |
32.18% 782nd/2430 |
25.97% 741st/2853 |
29.55% 820th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
10.35% 304th/2937 |
10.34% 360th/3483 |
6.96% 245th/3518 |
8.06% 326th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
3.77% 139th/3685 |
2.91% 130th/4475 |
1.77% 92nd/5194 |
2.68% 169th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
3.86% 177th/4582 |
3.66% 189th/5164 |
2.06% 151st/7313 |
2.77% 207th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
8.66% 345th/3984 |
9.67% 434th/4487 |
5.16% 352nd/6822 |
6.53% 410th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Johnathan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Johnathan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Johnathan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.