Yonah
Fact sheet
- Name
- Yonah
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The name Yonah is primarily given to males, but occasionally to females as well. It originates from Hebrew and means 'the dove.' In a broader sense, it can also be interpreted as 'the bringer of peace' or 'the peace-loving one.'
What does the name Yonah mean?
Yonah is predominantly a male first name, which is also occasionally used for females. Translated from Hebrew, it means 'the dove' and can additionally be interpreted as 'the bringer of peace' or 'the peace-loving one.' In biblical symbolism, the dove represents peace. Yonah is a modern Hebrew form of the biblical name Jonas. Its origin can be traced back to the ancient Hebrew word jônâ or yônā (יוֹנָה), which also means 'the dove.' Additionally, there may be a connection to the ancient Greek oiōnós (οἰωνός), which means 'omen,' 'premonition,' or 'sign.' Alternatives to this name include Junis, Yonas, and Yonaz. In the Bible, Junis was a prophet in the Old Testament who was saved by a whale when it swallowed him and spat him out three days later.
Where does the name Yonah come from?
The name Yonah has its roots in ancient Hebrew and means 'the dove.'
How do you pronounce Yonah?
The pronunciation of the name Yonah is soft and two-syllable. In the German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'JO-nah' [ˈjoːna]. The long O gives the name a round fullness, and the initial 'j' provides a gentle start. The open ending '-nah' sounds warm and harmonious. These characteristics make Yonah friendly and melodic, with a calm and gentle presence.
When is the name day of Yonah?
The name day for Yonah is celebrated on September 21 and 22.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Yonah is quite popular. Currently, it ranks 2,655th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2017, reaching 1,090th place. Over the last ten years, the name Yonah has been given about 180 times, placing it 1,687th in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,806th. Worldwide, Yonah also has a certain prevalence.
Nicknames & pet names
Yoyo
Famous people
- Yonah Alexander (writer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Yonah
What is the origin of the name Yonah?
The name Yonah has its roots in ancient Hebrew and means 'the dove.' It derives from the terms jônâ or yônā.
What does the name Yonah mean?
Yonah means 'the dove' and can also be interpreted as 'the bringer of peace' or 'the peace-loving one.' In biblical symbolism, the dove represents peace.
How popular is the name Yonah?
Yonah is enjoying growing popularity in various countries, especially in Jewish communities, and is used for boys as well as occasionally for girls.