Jonah
Jonah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈd͡ʒoʊnə/ · /ˈd͡ʒəʊnə/
Meaning and origin of Jonah
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From the Hebrew יוֹנָה (yônâh, “dove”). Doublet of Jonas.
How popular is Jonah?
Since 1880, 792 girls and 85,283 boys in the U.S. have been named Jonah (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3803 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #124 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #128 for boys, with 2,867 babies given the name.
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Jonah FAQ
What does the name Jonah mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. From the Hebrew יוֹנָה (yônâh, “dove”). Doublet of Jonas.
What is the origin of the name Jonah?
Jonah is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Jonah?
Since 1880, 792 girls and 85,283 boys in the U.S. have been named Jonah (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3803 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #124 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #128 for boys, with 2,867 babies given the name.
Is Jonah a boy or girl name?
Jonah is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 792 girls and 85,283 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.