US Popularity:12043
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Son of John; Yahweh is gracious
Jonson is a masculine name of English origin, meaning “son of John.” Whether John is a title you hold dear or you want to celebrate the enduring legacy that baby is part of, Jonson is a fitting choice. Jon is a respelling of John, so it is likely that the two names share a meaning. Deriving from the Hebrew Yochanan, Jon translates to “Yahweh is gracious,” the perfect reminder for baby Jonson to cherish their faith and the role it has played in their story.

Famous People Named Jonson

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  • Ben Jonson
    Playwright, Poet

How Popular Is The Name Jonson?

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
1998
#10413
in 1998
- 1658
from 1990
In comparison to the previous year's data

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