Boy Name
Jonah
"Dove, peaceful being"
Ranked #126 for boys
About the Name Jonah
Jonah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. The name means "Dove, peaceful being" and Currently ranked #126 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with J or explore other Hebrew names.
Popularity Over Time
#298 1950
#309 1960
#1789 1970
#2943 1980
#10199 1990
#23880 2000
#28288 2010
#14203 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Jonah
- JH Jonah Hill
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