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The name Jonathan is of Hebrew origin and means "gift of God." It is derived from the two Hebrew words "Yahweh" (the Hebrew name for God) and "nathan" (to give). In the Bible, Jonathan was the son of King Saul and a close friend and ally of David, the future king of Israel. He is known for his heroic deeds and loyalty to his friend, even at great personal cost.The name Jonathan has remained popular throughout history and can be found in various cultures and languages. It has often been given to boys who have been seen as a "gift" or blessing to their parents. Some notable people with the name Jonathan include American author Jonathan Franzen and British actor Jonathan Rhys Meyers.

The name Jonathan is popular in many countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Israel, Australia, and many other English-speaking countries. It is also popular in some non-English speaking countries like Germany, Sweden, and Norway.

If you like the name Jonathan, there are a number of similar names to consider. Here are a few options:

• Nathaniel
• Benjamin
• Samuel
• Joseph
• David
• Michael
• Matthew
• Andrew
• Joshua
• Gabriel
• Elijah
• Isaac
• Jacob
• Daniel
• Caleb
• Adam