Jonathan
Yahweh has given (Hebrew)
Jonathan is a biblical / english boy name in the Philippines. PSA rank #15 (205,169 records), 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
Yahweh has given (Hebrew)
Jonathan is a classic biblical name of Hebrew origin, borne in the Old Testament by the eldest son of King Saul and close friend of David. In the Philippines, it became widespread during the 20th century under American and Christian naming influences and remains a staple modern male name.
Derived from the Hebrew name Yehonatan or Yonatan, meaning 'Yahweh has given'. It entered Philippine naming traditions primarily through Christian biblical influence and was further reinforced by American English usage in the 20th century.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently used as a standalone first name or in compound names (e.g., Jonathan Mark). Commonly shortened to nicknames like Jon, Jojo, Jong, or Nathan.
Related forms
- Jonatán Spanish
- Yonatan Hebrew
- Jonathan French
Jonathan with popular surnames
How the first name sits with a mother's maiden surname and father's surname.
About the name Jonathan
How do I use Jonathan with two Filipino surnames?
Jonathan is the given name. The full name is Jonathan + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Jonathan a common boy name in the Philippines?
PSA rank #15 describes how often this given name appears in Philippine records — not whether it is a better name. Fit with both family surnames still matters more for the birth certificate.