Jon
Jon is a shortened form of the common given name Jonathan, derived from "YHWH has given",[1] and an alternate spelling of John, derived from "YHWH has pardoned".[2] Its popularity has declined steadily since its peak in 1969 at number 65. In 2008, Jon was the 527th most popular name in the United States.
| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Meaning | God has Given |
| Other names | |
| Related names | John, Jonathan, Jonny, Jonnie, Jonn, Jonno, Jonni, |
It is spelled Jón in Iceland and on the Faroe Islands. In the Nordic countries, it is derived from Johannes.
See also
References
- Meaning, Origin and History of the Name Jonathan. Behind the Name. Retrieved on 2013-09-06.
- Meaning, Origin and History of the Name John. Behind the Name. Retrieved on 2013-09-06.
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