Jona Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOH-nah / /ˈjoʊ.nə/Hebrew; Dutch
Meaning
Hebrew: dove; Dutch: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Jona is a name with Hebrew origins, often associated with the biblical figure Jonah, who is known for being swallowed by a great fish. In Dutch culture, Jona is a variant of the name Jonas, which carries similar meanings. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different regions, particularly in Europe and among Hebrew-speaking communities.
Trend Summary
Jona has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jonah
- Joni
International Variants
- Jonas (Latin); Jona (German); Joni (Finnish)
Famous people named Jona
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jona was first seen in the United States in 1933. Jona has ranked as high as #1071 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Colorado, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Jona has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jona (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 22 |
| 1955 | 28 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 22 |
| 1958 | 21 |
| 1959 | 24 |
| 1960 | 29 |
| 1961 | 49 |
| 1962 | 39 |
| 1963 | 54 |
| 1964 | 57 |
| 1965 | 38 |
| 1966 | 39 |
| 1967 | 41 |
| 1968 | 38 |
| 1969 | 44 |
| 1970 | 44 |
| 1971 | 32 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 33 |
| 1975 | 27 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 32 |
| 1979 | 39 |
| 1980 | 34 |
| 1981 | 39 |
| 1982 | 38 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 9 |