Yonael Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyo-NAH-el / /joʊˈnɑːɛl/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Yonael (Hebrew) means 'God is gracious'; Yonael (English) is a modern variant of Jonah.
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew culture, the name Yonael is derived from the biblical name Jonah, who is known for being swallowed by a great fish. The name signifies divine grace and mercy. In English-speaking contexts, Yonael is a contemporary adaptation that reflects a trend towards unique and meaningful names.
Trend Summary
The name Yonael reflects a growing interest in unique biblical names.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Yonael
- Yonel
International Variants
- Jonás (Spanish)
- Jonah (English)
- Yona (Hebrew)
Famous people named Yonael
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yonael was first seen in the United States in 2008. Yonael has ranked as high as #1369 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Yonael has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yonael (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 11 |