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Jonah as a feminine name represents an uncommon gender crossover from its traditional use as a masculine name. Originally from Hebrew origins, Jonah (יוֹנָה) means 'dove,' symbolizing peace and gentleness—qualities that translate beautifully to feminine usage. While predominantly known as a biblical masculine name associated with the prophet swallowed by a great fish, its soft ending sound and meaningful symbolism make it an intriguing choice for girls. This feminine application of Jonah aligns with contemporary trends of repurposing traditionally male names for girls. Though still rare for females, it offers a spiritual connection, recognizable pronunciation, and a subtle uniqueness that appeals to parents seeking something familiar yet distinctive for their daughters.

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The name Jonah peaked for girls at #3803 in 2025. The name is most popular in JONAH, JONAH, and JONAH. Jonah is also used for boys, ranking #128 in 2025.

The name Jonah is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning "dove".

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Jonah, the name of the Old Testament prophet who was swallowed by the whale, only to emerge unharmed three days later, is increasingly appreciated by parents looking for a biblical name less common than Jacob or Joshua, yet not too obscure. Plus, Jonah comes with a ready-made nursery-decorating motif.
 The appealing Jonah has been featured in such movies as Sleepless in Seattle and Knocked Up and is currently represented by actor/writer Jonah Hill.
 Jonas is the Greek version and Yona is a female spin.

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The name Jonah is currently ranked #128 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #124 in 2023. The name is most popular in JONAH, JONAH, and JONAH. Jonah is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

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Year	US rank	Births	Per million
2014	—	0	0
2015	—	0	0
2016	—	0	0
2017	—	0	0
2018	#4,030	36	21.2
2019	—	0	0
2020	—	0	0
2021	#4,768	28	17.1
2022	—	0	0
2023	#4,311	33	20.6
2024	—	0	0
2025	#3,803	39	24.3

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