♂ Name Jonas – dove

Origin:	Greek, Hebrew
Meaning:	dove, inhabitant of Ionia
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Jonas is a variant of the name Jonah that is of Hebrew origin and means “dove”.

Where does the name Jonas come from?

Jonas is a Scandinavian, German, and Dutch name of Greek and Hebrew origin. It derives from the name Ionás (Ἰωνᾶς), a Greek form of the Hebrew name Yonah (יוֹנָה). Jonah is the English form of the name.

What does the name Jonas mean?

Jonas means “dove” in Hebrew and is originally derived from the ancient Greek word “οἰωνός” (oiōnós) meaning “sign” or “omen,” because in ancient Greece, people believed that birds were sent by gods as a sign. That is why it is believed that Jonas also means “peaceful being.” Additionally, Jonas could be derived from the Greek word “Ionas” (Ίωνας) meaning “Ionian,” “inhabitant of Ionia,” or “member of the Greek tribe Ionians.”

Word composition

• Hebrew “יוֹנָה” (yoná) = dove
• Ancient Greek “οἰωνός” (oiōnós) = sign, omen
• Greek “Ίωνας” (Ionas) = Ionian

Pronunciation of Jonas

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Last updated: 12/24/2024