Jhonatan

Jhonatan is a variant spelling of Jonathan, derived from the Hebrew name Yehonatan meaning "God has given" or "gift of God." This particular spelling is especially popular in Latin American countries, particularly Colombia, Venezuela, and parts of Central America. While maintaining the same pronunciation as Jonathan, the distinctive spelling reflects Spanish language phonetics and naming conventions. Jhonatan gained popularity in Spanish-speaking regions during the late 20th century and continues to be used, though less frequently than the standard Jonathan spelling globally. The name carries biblical significance through Jonathan, son of King Saul and friend to David in the Old Testament. Common nicknames include Jhon, Jhony, or Jota. This spelling variation offers a distinctly Latin American character to a widely recognized name.

Pronounced jo-NAH-tun.

As of October 2026, Jhonatan ranked #3889 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1856 in 2007.