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Jonah

Jonah is a masculine name of Hebrew origins. The name derives from the Hebrew word "Yonah," meaning "dove," sharing ties with prophet Jonah, who was a leading figure in the Book of Jonah. As legend has it, the namesake prophet was swallowed by a whale, only to reappear on land days later unharmed. While superstitious sailors might not be confident with a Jonah on board, baby's dove-like qualities are sure to bring peace to life's rocky waters.
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Meaning

Dove

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Pronunciation

JO-nah

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Traits

  • Peaceful
  • Gentle
  • Compassionate
  • Intuitive

Compatibility

Jonah pairs well with classic and timeless names for siblings, adding a sense of calm to the group. As a middle name, it flows smoothly with many first names, especially those with two or three syllables. Culturally, Jonah fits in both traditional and modern settings, making it a versatile choice for any family.

Peaceful Gentle Compassionate Intuitive

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Jonah Hill

Jonah Hill

Actor

Born: December 20, 1983 · Los Angeles, California, USA

Portrait of Jonah Lomu

Jonah Lomu

Athlete

Born: May 12, 1975 · Greenlane, Auckland, New Zealand

Portrait of Jonah Peretti

Jonah Peretti

Entrepreneur

Born: January 1, 1974 · Oakland, California, USA

Portrait of Jonah Falcon

Jonah Falcon

Actor

Born: July 29, 1970 · Brooklyn, New York, USA

Portrait of Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole

Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole

Leader

Born: March 26, 1871 · Kōloa, Hawaii, USA

Portrait of Jonah Matranga

Jonah Matranga

Musician

Born: August 11, 1969 · Brookline, Massachusetts, USA

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Jonah Original form
  • Yonah Hebrew
  • Jonas Greek, German, Scandinavian
  • Yunus Arabic, Turkish
  • Hebrew
  • Arabic
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Chinese (Mandarin)
  • Hindi

Cultural Adaptations

  • יוֹנָה (Yonah) Hebrew
  • جوناه (Yunus) Arabic
  • ジョナ (Jona) Japanese
  • 조나 (Jona) Korean
  • 約拿 (Yākuǒná) Chinese (Mandarin)
  • जोना (Jonā) Hindi

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jonah

What does Jonah mean?
Dove
What is the origin of Jonah?
Jonah has Hebrew origins.
Is Jonah popular?
Jonah has been viewed 75 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Jonah?
Similar names include Raymond, Luca, Thomas, Lidya, Alannah.
How do you pronounce Jonah?
Jonah is pronounced JO-nah.

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