Holding steady.
Popularity of Jonus since 1970
Babies named Jonus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 44 |
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 111 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jonus is a rare American name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1970. It saw its highest usage in 2005, but has never been ranked in the top 1000, reflecting its limited adoption. The name's trend has remained stable since its peak. Jonus has no recorded concentration in any state, suggesting its use is scattered nationwide. Jonus may be considered a modern respelling of Jonas, a classic biblical name, giving it a familiar yet distinctive feel. Its rarity means it is a choice for parents seeking an uncommon name that does not stray far from traditional sounds.
Jonus is likely a modern respelling or variant of Jonas, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Yonah meaning 'dove'. It emerged in the United States in the 1970s and saw a modest peak in the 2000s, though it has always been uncommon. Its formation follows a pattern of altering biblical names into distinctive but familiar forms.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo, Jon
Sibling names for Jonus
Names that share Jonus's style, for a brother or sister.
