Yonatan Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyo-NAH-tan / joˈna.tanHebrew
Meaning
God has given
Historical & Cultural Background
Yonatan is a Hebrew name derived from the biblical figure Jonathan, who was the son of King Saul and a close friend of David. The name has been popular in Jewish communities and is often associated with loyalty and friendship. It has also been used in various forms across different cultures and languages.
Trend Summary
The name Yonatan has seen a steady presence in Jewish communities, with variations like Jonathan being more common in broader contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yonatan
- Jonathan
International Variants
- Jonatán (Spanish)
- Yohanan (Hebrew)
- Giovanni (Italian)
Famous people named Yonatan
Yonatan Ben-Artzi is an Israeli author known for his writings on Jewish philosophy.
Yonatan Shapiro is an Israeli musician recognized for his contributions to contemporary music.
Yonatan Raz-Friedman is a notable Israeli politician involved in local governance.
Yonatan Kfir is an Israeli athlete who has competed in international swimming events.
Fictional characters named Yonatan
Yonatan is a character in the Israeli film 'The Band's Visit', where he plays a significant role in the story.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yonatan was first seen in the United States in 1974. Yonatan has ranked as high as #1250 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Florida, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Yonatan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yonatan (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 13 | |
CA | 7 | |
TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1974 | 5 |
1976 | 7 |
1977 | 11 |
1978 | 13 |
1979 | 16 |
1980 | 12 |
1981 | 9 |
1982 | 18 |
1983 | 15 |
1984 | 20 |
1985 | 11 |
1986 | 30 |
1987 | 24 |
1988 | 22 |
1989 | 25 |
1990 | 31 |
1991 | 29 |
1992 | 27 |
1993 | 37 |
1994 | 42 |
1995 | 44 |
1996 | 72 |
1997 | 50 |
1998 | 63 |
1999 | 72 |
2000 | 70 |
2001 | 94 |
2002 | 93 |
2003 | 87 |
2004 | 78 |
2005 | 100 |
2006 | 98 |
2007 | 89 |
2008 | 85 |
2009 | 74 |
2010 | 72 |
2011 | 66 |
2012 | 56 |
2013 | 68 |
2014 | 77 |
2015 | 78 |
2016 | 66 |
2017 | 58 |
2018 | 63 |
2019 | 64 |
2020 | 45 |
2021 | 46 |
2022 | 60 |
2023 | 53 |
2024 | 60 |