Jonell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jonell is a modern English name derived from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'. It evolved through various forms including John and Jon, reflecting a path of linguistic adaptation. The name is often seen as unique and contemporary, with no significant biblical references. It gained traction in the late 20th century, appealing to parents looking for distinctive names.
The name Jonell is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jonell has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jonell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7795th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6333rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9577th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17359th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3444th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1258th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1611th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2577th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4515th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15718th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jonell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jonell"
Pronunciation
/dʒoʊˈnɛl/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Jonell is a modern variant of the name Jon, which is derived from John, originating from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'. The 'ell' suffix is often used in English to create diminutive or affectionate forms.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Johannes (Latin), John (Old English), Jon (Modern English), Jonell (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Jonell gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine form of the name John, often associated with modern naming trends that favor unique spellings.
Variants & Derivatives
Jon, John, Joan, Jone, Joni
Modern Popularity & Image
Jonell is perceived as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jonell Mosser, an American singer-songwriter, Jonell, a character in various media
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jonell"
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 of "Jonell"
"Jonell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7795th of 10718 | 19 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6333rd of 16616 | 95 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9577th of 24088 | 93 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 17359th of 23106 | 17 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3444th of 9107 | 125 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1258th of 9204 | 661 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1611th of 12526 | 800 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2577th of 19264 | 472 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4515th of 27321 | 319 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15718th of 35406 | 70 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Jonell" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jonell" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
65.85% 1558th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
- |
36.46% 858th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
77.37% 1723rd/2227 |
- |
51.49% 1469th/2853 |
58.13% 1613th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
85.42% 3005th/3518 |
74.26% 3003rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
- |
75.86% 4792nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jonell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jonell" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.