Holding steady.
Popularity of Jonavan since 1990
Babies named Jonavan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 45 |
| 2000s | 138 |
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jonavan is a modern American coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1990, reflecting a trend of blending traditional names to create something distinctive. The name combines John and Evan, both derived from the Hebrew 'Yochanan' meaning 'God is gracious,' and it never cracked the top 1000, with its peak year in 2007. Although it has no recorded top states and a stable trajectory, Jonavan remains a rare choice, offering a fresh twist on classic roots without breaking from familiarity.
Jonavan is a modern coinage, likely a blend of the names John and Evan. John derives from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious,' while Evan is a Welsh form of John. Alternatively, it may be a respelling or variant of Giovanni, the Italian form of John. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1990, reflecting a trend of combining familiar elements to create distinctive names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jon, Jona, Van
Sibling names for Jonavan
Names that share Jonavan's style, for a brother or sister.
