About Jonah
The surname Jonah is derived from the Hebrew name "Yonah," meaning "dove." In biblical context, the dove symbolizes peace, purity, and hope. As a surname, Jonah may have been given to individuals who displayed these qualities or had a connection to the dove in some way. It is also possible that the surname originated from a patronymic form, indicating descent from someone named Jonah. Overall, the surname Jonah carries connotations of peace and positivity.
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The surname Jonah is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Jonah based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Jonah is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Jonah in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Jonah using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.