Joniel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOH-nee-el / /ˈdʒoʊniːɛl/Hebrew; English
Meaning
God is gracious (Hebrew); diminutive of Jonathan (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Joniel is derived from 'Yohanan,' meaning 'God is gracious,' reflecting a common theme in biblical names. In English, it can be seen as a diminutive or variant of Jonathan, which has been popular in various cultures due to its biblical roots.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Joniel
- Jon
- Jonny
International Variants
- Yohanan (Hebrew)
- Jonathan (English)
Famous people named Joniel
Joniel (Artist) — Notable for contributions to music.
Joniel (Athlete) — Recognized in sports.
Fictional characters named Joniel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Joniel was first seen in the United States in 1992. Joniel has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Florida, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New York, and Connecticut. In the past 5 years the name Joniel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Joniel (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 | |
| MA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 43 |
| 2011 | 39 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 42 |
| 2017 | 42 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 39 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 46 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 31 |