boy · Hebrew

Jonah

/JO-nah/

Meaning: Dove

Jonah at a glance

Meaning: Dove
Origin: Hebrew
Religion: Christian
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: JO-nah
Syllables: 2
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Jonaah, Jonnah, Jonia, Jone, Jonea, Jonya

Lucky details for Jonah

Number: 1
Color: Golden Yellow
Stone: Ruby
Flower: Sunflower
Day: Sunday
Planet: Sun
Zodiac: Leo
Metal: Gold

Jonah is a Hebrew name meaning “dove”. Parents choose Jonah for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with independent, pioneering, naturally in charge. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Jonah reduce to 1, a number linked with Sun and with people who are confident, original, decisive, protective of family.

Numerology

Chaldean value 1 — Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge.

Personality

Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge

Positive Traits

Confident, original, decisive, protective of family

Negative Traits

Can be stubborn and dislikes being told what to do

Career Suggestions

Entrepreneurship, leadership roles, design, sport

Nicknames

Jona Joni Jony Joy

Middle Names

Jatin Jacono Jakk

Sibling Names

Abigail Bethano Elishev Rakhelie

Compatible Names

Aaron Benjaamin Daavid Ezrah Jaconie Leviye

FAQs about the name Jonah

What does the name Jonah mean?

Jonah means “dove” and comes from a Hebrew root.

Is Jonah a boy or girl name?

Jonah is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Jonah?

Jonah is pronounced JO-nah (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Jonah?

The lucky number for Jonah is 1, ruled by Sun.

What are good nicknames for Jonah?

Popular short forms include Jona, Joni, Jony, Joy.