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Jonah: meaning and origin

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Jonah

“Dove”

Gender
👦 Boy
Origin
✡️ Hebrew
Letters · syllables
5 · 2
Starts with
J

Biblical

About the name Jonah

Jonah is a boy’s name from the Hebrew tradition. Its meaning is “dove”. Names from Hebrew, many of them from the Bible. They have been used in English for centuries — from Hannah and Sarah to Noah, Elijah and Levi.

Jonah is a biblical name, found in the Hebrew Bible or the New Testament, which is one reason it has been used for centuries in English-speaking families.

More names with a similar meaning: nature names, names that mean peace.

Tips before you choose

  • Say the full name out loud with your last name, and with any middle name.
  • Check the initials — and what they spell.
  • Think about nicknames kids might make from it.
  • Write it down: is the spelling easy for teachers and friends?

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Sibling name ideas (Hebrew, girls)

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Questions and answers

What does the name Jonah mean?

Jonah is a name of Hebrew origin. It means: dove.

Is Jonah a boy or girl name?

Jonah is usually given to boys.

How many syllables does Jonah have?

Jonah has 5 letters and about 2 syllables.