Jonathan is a male name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name Yehonathan, which means "gift from God". It is composed of two elements: "Yah", meaning "God", and "natan", meaning "given".
The name Jonathan first appears in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Samuel. He was the son of King Saul and a close friend of David, who would later become king himself. Jonathan's loyalty to David led him to support his claim to the throne, even though this meant betraying his own father.
Throughout history, the name Jonathan has been popular among various cultures and religions. In England, for example, it was used by several members of the royal family, including King Edward VII and Prince Jonathan Dingle. In Wales, Saint Jonathan was a popular figure, known for his healing powers.
Today, Jonathan remains a popular male name around the world. It is often shortened to Jon or Jonas, but its popularity has also led to the creation of female variants such as Jonatha, Jonathanne, and Jonathanah. Despite these variations, however, Jonathan's true meaning remains constant: a gift from God.
The name Jonathna, with a unique spelling, has appeared on the birth certificates of five babies in the United States over time. However, its popularity hasn't been consistent throughout the years. In fact, there was only one year when this name was given to a newborn, and that was in 1988. Despite its rare occurrence, each child named Jonathna is special and unique, just like their name suggests.