Johnathan
Meaning of Johnathan
Johnathan is a classic male name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God has given." It is a variant of the more commonly known Jonathan. The name Johnathan has been used for centuries, often associated with strength, reliability, and leadership. Pronounced as JAH-nuh-thun (/ˈdʒɑn.ə.θən/), it has maintained a steady presence in English-speaking countries. In the United States, Johnathan experienced its peak popularity during the late 20th century, particularly from the 1980s to early 2000s, when it consistently ranked within the top 200 names for newborn boys. Though its popularity has seen a gradual decline in recent years, dropping to rank 467 in 2023 with 647 occurrences, Johnathan remains a timeless choice that carries historical and cultural significance.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as JAH-nuh-thun (/'dʒɑn.ə.θən/)
British English
- Pronunced as JAH-nuh-thun (/'dʒɒn.ə.θən/)
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Notable People Named Johnathan
| Johnathan Dean Thurston is a retired Australian rugby league footballer known for his career in the National Rugby League and his current role as an assistant coach for the Queensland rugby league team. |
| Johnathan Rice is a Scottish-American singer-songwriter known for his collaborations with Jenny Lewis and his work as a producer and songwriter. |
| Johnathan Brownlee is a Canadian–American film producer, director, and screenwriter known for co-producing several feature films. |
| Johnathan P. King - Jonathan Parsons King was an American politician known for his multiple terms in the Michigan House of Representatives and Senate, as well as his local posts in Mackinac County, Michigan, with a familial connection to the explorer Jonathan Carver. |
| Johnathan Landus Motley is a professional basketball player for Fenerbahçe Beko and a former Baylor Bears standout. |
| Johnathan Lee Iverson is the first African-American ringmaster of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. |
| Johnathan McClain is a multi-talented American actor, screenwriter, and audiobook narrator. |
| Johnathan Jerome Ingram is a former American football offensive lineman who played for the Kansas City Chiefs and attended San Diego State. |
| Johnathan Blake is an American jazz drummer known for his exceptional talent and contributions to the music industry. |
| Johnathan Edwards is a Welsh rugby union footballer known for playing as a flanker for the Cardiff Rugby Club and captaining the Wales Sevens squad in 2007. |
| Johnathan Dwayne - Johnatan Dwayne is a musician, composer, and artist known for introducing the concept of art rock to Puerto Rico. |
| Johnathan Ryan Taylor is a former NFL defensive end who played for teams like the Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys, and Atlanta Falcons. |
| Johnathan Reginald Davis is an Australian former politician who represented Brindabella in the Australian Capital Territory Legislative Assembly after being elected in 2020. |
| Johnathan Davis, former CEO of IBT Media and co-owner of Newsweek, is known for his association with Olivet University and his marriage to Tracy McBeal Davis. |
| Johnathan James Aitken is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman who played in the NHL for the Boston Bruins and the Chicago Blackhawks. |
