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Jonas

Dove

Origin

Hebrew

Used in

defren

Origin and meaning of Jonas

Jonas is the Greek and Northern European form of the Hebrew Yonah, 'dove,' a symbol of peace and gentleness. It recalls the biblical prophet Jonah, swallowed by the great fish and then delivered, an image of rebirth. Popular in Germany, Scandinavia and the English- and French-speaking worlds, it is loved for a sound that is short and firm yet soft. An ancient name that stays wonderfully fresh.