Jonel Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOH-nel / /ˈdʒoʊ.nɛl/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
Variants
- Jon
- Joni
International Variants
- Jonas (Latin); Jonny (English)
Famous people 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 |