Jonathan
- Hebrew: Gift from God
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Fun party fact: while most people assume that Jonathan is the more formal version of John, it's actually the longer version of the Hebrew name Nathan. In the Bible, Jonathan was the son of King Saul and the best friend of David (of David and Goliath fame.) The name has always been a boy name favorite, and while it's been waning in popularity from its heyday, it still remains a top choice among parents.
Popularity:
How popular is Jonathan? Here's how many babies were named Jonathan over time, according to the U.S. Social Security Administration.
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Famous Namesakes:
Actor Jon Hamm, Actor Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Actor Jonathan Taylor Thomas, English author Jonathan Swift
Celebrity Babies:
Son of Paulina Porizkova and Rik Ocasek, Son of Jonny Moseley
Syllables:
3
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