Jonathandavid Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JON-uh-than-DAV-id //ˈdʒɒnəθənˈdeɪvɪd//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God has given; English: David is beloved
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jonathandavid is a compound of two distinct names: Jonathan and David, both of which have deep roots in Hebrew. Jonathan derives from the Hebrew name Yehonatan, meaning "Yahweh has given," which reflects a theophoric element, indicating a connection to the divine.
The name appears in the Hebrew Bible, most notably as the son of King Saul and a close friend of David, symbolizing loyalty and friendship. The name entered English through the Latin form Jonathan, which was adopted into Old French before making its way into Middle English around the 12th century.
David, on the other hand, comes from the Hebrew name Dawid, meaning "beloved." This name is also prominent in biblical history, as David was the second king of Israel, renowned for his leadership and poetic contributions, including many of the Psalms. The name David has been consistently used in various forms across cultures, entering English through the Latin Davidus and Old French, becoming widely recognized by the 13th century.
The combination of Jonathandavid carries significant cultural resonance, as it merges the themes of divine gift and belovedness, reflecting a strong biblical heritage. The name evokes the deep friendship between Jonathan and David, which has been celebrated in literature and religious texts throughout history.
The enduring legacy of both names is evident in their frequent appearances in religious contexts, literature, and art, symbolizing loyalty, love, and divine favor. The name Jonathandavid, while less common, encapsulates these rich associations, representing a blend of two powerful biblical figures.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jonathandavid was first seen in the United States in 1985.
Jonathandavid has ranked as high as #14050 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jonathandavid has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jonathandavid is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jonathandavid was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jonathandavid.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 | 8 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Jonathandavid
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