Declining since 1995.
Popularity of Jonathen since 1954
Babies named Jonathen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 17 |
| 1960s | 43 |
| 1970s | 118 |
| 1980s | 297 |
| 1990s | 486 |
| 2000s | 415 |
| 2010s | 131 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jonathen is a less common spelling of the enduringly popular name Jonathan. First recorded in the United States in 1954, the name has never reached the top 1000, but it experienced a modest peak in the year 2000. Since 1995, however, its usage has been in decline, reflecting a broader shift away from alternative spellings of classic biblical names. The name is consistently given to boys, and its top states are not concentrated in any particular region. Jonathen offers a distinctive twist on a classic, appealing to parents who prefer the traditional meaning but want a slightly different look on the birth certificate.
Jonathen is a variant spelling of Jonathan, derived from the Hebrew name Yonatan (יוֹנָתָן), meaning 'God has given.' The name appears in the Old Testament as the son of King Saul and friend of David. The spelling Jonathen emerged in English-speaking countries as an alternative to the traditional Jonathan, particularly in the 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jon, Jonny, Jono
Sibling names for Jonathen
Names that share Jonathen's style, for a brother or sister.
