Holding steady.
Popularity of Johanthan since 1967
Babies named Johanthan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 83 |
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Johanthan is a rare variant spelling of Jonathan, a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God has given.' It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1967, with its peak usage occurring in 1987. Despite being in use for over five decades, it has never ranked among the top 1000 names and is given to fewer than five boys per year in recent times. The name's trajectory has remained stable, with no significant revival or decline. Its top states are not recorded due to low numbers. Parents who choose Johanthan may appreciate its unique spelling while retaining the familiar sound of Jonathan.
Johanthan appears to be a variant spelling of Jonathan, a name derived from the Hebrew Yehonatan ('God has given'). It emerged as a distinct spelling in the late 20th century, first recorded in the United States in 1967. Its usage remains rare and is likely influenced by phonetic respelling.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo, John, Jon, Jonny, Han
Sibling names for Johanthan
Names that share Johanthan's style, for a brother or sister.
