Jonas Name Meaning & Origin
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The name Jonas is of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical prophet Jonah. It became popular in Christian Europe through the Bible and has variants in many languages. It is commonly used as a male given name in many Western countries.
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German (Germanic) 50% -
Swedish (Scandinavian) 31% -
French (French) 19%
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Name Details
- First Name: Jonas
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Famous People Named Jonas
Jonas Salk was an American medical researcher who developed the polio vaccine. Jonas Brothers are a popular American pop band. Jonas Hassen Khemiri is a Swedish author and playwright.
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Jonas in the US (SSA Data):
Jonas Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 5
People with this name tend to be: Adventurous, freedom-loving and versatile.