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Johathan
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,936
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1988
Peak Popularity Year
114
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Johathan stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Johathan originates from Hebrew, meaning 'Yahweh has given'. It evolved from Yehonatan to Jonathan and then to Johathan as a variant. The name is associated with traits of loyalty and friendship, rooted in the biblical figure Jonathan. It gained popularity during the Puritan era and continues to be a valued name in modern times.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dʒoʊˈθæn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Johathan is derived from the Hebrew name Yehonatan, which means 'Yahweh has given'. It is a compound of the elements 'Yeho' (Yahweh) and 'natan' (to give).
Meaning
Yahweh has given
Language Evolution
Yehonatan (Hebrew), Jonathan (Anglicized form), Johathan (variant form)
Biblical Background
The name Johathan is related to the biblical figure Jonathan, the son of King Saul and a close friend of David.
Historical Usage
The name Jonathan gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Puritan era and has remained a common name since.
Variants & Derivatives
Jonathan, Jon, Jonny, Jonas
Modern Popularity & Image
Johathan is seen as a strong and traditional name, often associated with loyalty and friendship, reflecting its biblical roots.
Famous People
Jonathan Swift - Irish writer, Jonathan Edwards - American theologian, Jonathan Franzen - American novelist
Trend Analysis
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Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 114 peak births in 1988
Geographic Spread
Popular across 19 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 12 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4452nd of 7552 | 50 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1612th of 10718 | 478 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1204th of 16616 | 1,208 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5980th of 24088 | 200 |