Jonel Unisex
Origin(s)
Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; English: diminutive of John
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jonel is derived from the Hebrew name Yonatan, which means 'God has given.' It is often considered a modern variation of the name John. In English-speaking countries, it may be used as a diminutive or variation of John, which has been a popular name throughout history. The name reflects a blend of cultural influences, particularly from Hebrew and English traditions.
Trend Summary
The name Jonel has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Jovan, Janelle, Joren, Jules, Jaxon, Jett
Variants
- Jon
- Joni
International Variants
- Jonas (Latin); Jonny (English)
Famous people named Jonel
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Fictional characters named Jonel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jonel was first seen in the United States in 1974. Jonel has ranked as high as #1364 nationally which occurred in 2006 and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Jonel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jonel (1998)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |