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Jonah Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "jonah" is "dove", and is used often for "boys".

Name
jonah
Meaning
dove
Pronunciation
joh-nuh
Used for
boys
Syllables
2

Jonah Name Details

The name Jonah originates from the Hebrew name Yonah, which means 'dove' or 'pigeon'. In the Bible, Jonah was a prophet who was swallowed by a great fish and later spit out alive after three days. The name has biblical significance and is often associated with traits like peace, gentleness, and wisdom.

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