Jothan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJO-than / ˈdʒoʊθənHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; English: variant of Jonathan
Historical & Cultural Background
Jothan is a variant of the name Jonathan, which has Hebrew origins. The name Jonathan appears in the Bible as the son of King Saul and a close friend of David. It has been used in various cultures and languages, often retaining its biblical significance. The name Jothan may be less common but reflects similar roots and meanings.
Trend Summary
The name Jothan is rare and has not shown significant popularity trends in the U.S.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jothan
- Jothen
International Variants
- Jonathan (English)
- Jonatán (Spanish)
- Jonas (Latin)
Famous people named Jothan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jothan was first seen in the United States in 1983. Jothan has ranked as high as #1383 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jothan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jothan
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1983 | 5 |
2006 | 5 |
2007 | 5 |