Jonna
Jonna is a girl's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Jonna is a Nordic feminine given name derived as a short form of Johanna, ultimately originating from the Hebrew name Yochanan. While fairly rare in the United States with just over 5,000 total births recorded, it remains a distinct Scandinavian classic. It offers a familiar sound similar to Joan or Jenna while maintaining a unique identity.
Popularity in the United States
5,564 babies in the United States have been named Jonna since 1880. It ranks #2297 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2050.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.2 %)
- TX (14.1 %)
- OH (8.9 %)
- IL (6.7 %)
- MO (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 10 |
| 1930-1940 | 49 |
| 1940-1950 | 304 |
| 1950-1960 | 528 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,450 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,053 |
| 1980-1990 | 894 |
| 1990-2000 | 656 |
| 2000-2010 | 381 |
| 2010-2019 | 188 |
| 2020-2029 | 51 |
Famous people named Jonna
- Jonna Lee: Singer, Songwriter
- Jonna Mendez: Author, Intelligence Officer
Fun facts
- Jonna originated in Scandinavia as a pet form of Johanna, a feminine form of John.
- Fewer than 6,000 girls have been named Jonna in the United States since 1880.