Jon

Jon is a shortened form of the common given name Jonathan, derived from "YHWH has given",[1] and an alternate spelling of John, derived from "YHWH has pardoned".[2] Its popularity has declined steadily since its peak in 1969 at number 65. In 2008, Jon was the 527th most popular name in the United States.

For other uses, see JON.
Jon
GenderMale
Origin
MeaningGod has Given
Other names
Related namesJohn, Jonathan, Jonny, Jonnie, Jonn, Jonno, Jonni,

It is spelled Jón in Iceland and on the Faroe Islands. In the Nordic countries, it is derived from Johannes.

See also

References
  1. Meaning, Origin and History of the Name Jonathan. Behind the Name. Retrieved on 2013-09-06.
  2. Meaning, Origin and History of the Name John. Behind the Name. Retrieved on 2013-09-06.
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