Jonathan
/ jahn-ah-THAN /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇺🇬 Uganda
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Grateful
Meaning & Etymology
Gift of God
Gift of God
Etymology
From the Hebrew name Yehonatan, meaning ‘God has given’.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantu > Nyoro-Ganda
Cultural context
Common among Christian families, reflecting the importance of faith and divine blessings.
Symbolism
Represents divine favor and gratitude.
Religious reference
First Book of Samuel