Yonah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Yonah originates from Hebrew, meaning 'dove.' It evolved through various languages, including Greek and English. The name is linked to the biblical Jonah, known for his prophetic journey, emphasizing peace and gentleness. It has historical significance in Jewish culture and remains popular today.
The name Yonah is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Yonah has been too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Yonah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8050th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4552nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4257th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3669th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21282nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yonah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yonah"
Pronunciation
/ˈjoʊ.nə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Yonah comes from the Hebrew word for 'dove,' symbolizing peace and purity.
Meaning
Dove
Language Evolution
יונה (Yonah) - Hebrew, Iona - Greek, Jonah - English
Biblical Background
The name Yonah is associated with the biblical figure Jonah, a prophet who was swallowed by a great fish.
Historical Usage
Yonah gained popularity in Jewish communities and has been used for centuries, particularly in religious contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Jonah, Yona, Iona
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Yonah is viewed positively, associated with peace and gentleness, and is often chosen for its biblical significance.
Famous People
Yonah Schimmel - Renowned bagel maker in New York, Yonah of Gibeah - A biblical figure
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yonah"
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 "Yonah"
"Yonah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8050th of 10718 | 17 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4552nd of 16616 | 165 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4257th of 24088 | 330 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3669th of 23106 | 357 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21282nd of 30306 | 21 |
Regional Popularity of "Yonah" 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) |
- |
34.61% 1549th/4475 |
- |
53.79% 3398th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
26.24% 1355th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
26.12% 1172nd/4487 |
- | - |
Regional Popularity of "Yonah" 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 "Yonah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yonah" 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.