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The name Jonathan peaked for girls at #842 in 1984. Jonathan is also used for boys, ranking #89 in 2025.

The name Jonathan is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning "gift of Jehovah".

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Jonathan was derived from the Hebrew name Yehonatan, eventually contracted to the modern Yonatan, meaning "gift of Jehovah." It comes from the elements yeho, in reference to God, and natan, meaning "to give." In the Old Testament, Jonathan was the valiant eldest son of King Saul, and it was his friendship with brother-in-law David that gave rise to the expression "Jonathan and David" to describe devoted, steadfast friends.
 
Jonathan is the biblical name that started to replace the stalwart John in the late fifties, sounding more playful, sensitive and modern. Now, after being high on the list for several decades, Jonathan has pretty much lost its luster.
 
Anne Hathaway named her oldest son Jonathan Rosebanks in 2016.
 
Jonathan has spawned numerous spelling variations, including Johnathan, Jonathon, and Jonothan.

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The name Jonathan is currently ranked #89 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #15 in 1988. The name is most popular in JONATHAN, JONATHAN, and JONATHAN. Jonathan is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

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