Jonathon

The name Jonathon is a variant spelling of the Hebrew name Jonathan, which is derived from the roots Yo meaning 'Yahweh' and Nathan meaning 'to give'. The name literally translates to 'gift of Jehovah' or 'God has given'.

In the Old Testament, Jonathon is the name of the son of King Saul and a close friend of David. He is portrayed as a brave warrior and a loyal friend to David, even though their friendship put him at odds with his father.

The name Jonathon became popular in English-speaking countries during the Protestant Reformation, as many biblical names were revived and adopted by Puritan families.

While the name Jonathon is traditionally a masculine name, some parents have started using it for girls as well, perhaps attracted by its meaning or its similarity to other popular names like Natalie or Jonathan.