Declining since 2013, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Jonan since 1981
Babies named Jonan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 84 |
| 2010s | 107 |
| 2020s | 44 |
Meaning & origin
Jonan is a rare and modern name in the United States, first appearing on the Social Security Administration's records in 1981. While its etymology is uncertain, it is likely a variant of the classic names John or Jonah, adapted with the popular -an ending. As of 2025, Jonan ranks 8,910 in popularity, with approximately 1 in 213,510 newborn boys receiving the name. Its peak year was 2014, but since 2013 the name has been on a gradual decline. Jonan has not been associated with any particular state or region, and it has not seen a revival in recent decades. Given its uncommon status, parents choosing Jonan are opting for a distinctive name with a familiar sound.
Jonan is a modern coinage, likely a variant of the biblical name Jonah or a blend of John with the fashionable -an suffix. The name Jonan first appeared in U.S. records in 1981, suggesting a recent invention rather than a long historical lineage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo, Jona
Sibling names for Jonan
Names that share Jonan's style, for a brother or sister.
