Yehonatan
Meaning of Yehonatan
Yehonatan is a male name with Hebrew origins. It is pronounced as yeh-ho-NAH-tahn (/jɛ.ho.naˈtan/) in Hebrew. This name has variations such as Jonathan and Yonatan. In the United States of America, Yehonatan has been given to newborns since at least 1991, with varying levels of popularity over the years. In recent years, it has ranked around 8000 to 12000 in terms of occurrence. Yehonatan carries a rich biblical association, being the Hebrew form of the name Jonathan which appears in the Old Testament as the loyal friend and confidant of King David. The name is often associated with qualities such as loyalty, friendship, and strength of character, making it a meaningful choice for parents seeking a timeless and significant name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as yeh-ho-NAH-tahn (/jɛ.ho.naˈtan/)
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Notable People Named Yehonatan
| Yehonatan Geffen, also known as Yonatan Gefen, was a prominent Israeli author, poet, songwriter, journalist, satirist, and playwright. |
| Yehonatan Indursky is an Israeli filmmaker known for creating the successful Netflix series Shtisel. |
