Jonathen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jonathen is a modern variant of the Hebrew name Yonatan, meaning 'Yahweh has given.' It evolved through historical forms like Jonathan and has biblical relevance through figures like Jonathan, son of Saul. The name embodies traits of kindness and loyalty, with increasing popularity in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages.
The name Jonathen is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jonathen has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jonathen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5059th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3149th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1851st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2737th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11081st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jonathen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jonathen"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɒnəθən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jonathen is derived from the Hebrew name Yonatan, which means 'Yahweh has given.' It is a combination of 'Yah' (short for Yahweh) and 'natan' (to give).
Meaning
Yahweh has given
Language Evolution
Yonatan (Hebrew), Jonathan (Anglicized form), Jonathen (Modern variant)
Biblical Background
The name Jonathen is related to the biblical figure Jonathan, the son of King Saul and a close friend of David.
Historical Usage
The name Jonathan has been in use since biblical times but gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the Middle Ages, particularly after the Protestant Reformation.
Variants & Derivatives
Jonathan, Jon, Jonny, Jonas
Modern Popularity & Image
Jonathen is viewed as a traditional yet modern name, often associated with kindness and loyalty due to its biblical roots.
Famous People
Jonathan Swift, an Irish author and satirist., Jonathan Franzen, an American novelist., Jonathen Edwards, a prominent preacher in the First Great Awakening.
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 59 peak births in 2000
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jonathen"
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 "Jonathen"
"Jonathen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5059th of 7552 | 32 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3149th of 10718 | 168 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1851st of 16616 | 620 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2737th of 24088 | 627 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11081st of 23106 | 60 |
Regional Popularity of "Jonathen" by Generation for Male 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) |
52.13% 1921st/3685 |
59.17% 2648th/4475 |
44.86% 2330th/5194 |
33.28% 2102nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- |
36.06% 2637th/7313 |
31.93% 2383rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Jonathen" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jonathen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jonathen" 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.