"God is gracious"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Jon
Pronunciation: [ j-AHN ]
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The Story of Jon
Jon is a simplified spelling of John, one of the most enduring names in the Western world. John derives from the Hebrew 'Yochanan' meaning 'God is gracious.' While John has transformed into dozens of forms across languages — Juan (Spanish), Giovanni (Italian), Jean (French), Hans (German), Ivan (Russian), Sean (Irish) — Jon emerged as a distinct Scandinavian and Welsh spelling that was adopted as a standalone variant in English.
Jon as a spelling variant gained cultural visibility in the mid-to-late 20th century through numerous celebrities who chose this spelling: Jon Bon Jovi, Jon Stewart, Jon Hamm — each bringing a slightly cooler, more modern edge to the ancient name.
In Scandinavian countries and Wales, Jon is a distinct traditional name with deep roots. It carries all the gravitas and universality of John while feeling slightly fresher and less formal.
Historical Record
Jon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 141,757 babies have been named Jon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jon is past its peak , currently ranked #893 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- John/Jon is the most popular given name in recorded history — approximately 1 in 14 men in the Western world have been named John
- Jon Snow from Game of Thrones helped modernize the name's association from stuffy to heroic
Jon in Other Languages
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Jon
Danish
Jon
Spanish
Juan
Swedish
Jon
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Jon
Popularity Over Time
#893
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1968
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jon
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Jon Bon Jovi
Musician
1962
American rock musician, founder of the band Bon Jovi and global rock icon
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Jon Stewart
Entertainer
1962
American comedian and television host, known for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart
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Jon Snow Fictional
Other
Fictional bastard-born hero of Game of Thrones/A Song of Ice and Fire, revealed to be the secret heir to the Iron Throne
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #893
- Total SSA Count
- 265
- Cultural Origins
- American Scandinavian Welsh English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jon
What does the name Jon mean?
"God is gracious" (from Hebrew). Jon is a simplified spelling of John, one of the most enduring names in the Western world. John derives from the Hebrew 'Yochanan' meaning 'God is gracious.' While John has transformed into dozens of forms across languages — Juan (Spanish), Giovanni (Italian), Jean (French), Hans (German), Ivan (Russian), Sean (Irish) — Jon emerged as a distinct Scandinavian and Welsh spelling that was adopted as a standalone variant in English.
What is the origin of the name Jon?
Jon has Hebrew, American, Scandinavian, Welsh, and English origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is gracious".
Is Jon a boy or girl name?
Jon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #893. As a girl name, it is ranked #67437. Jon is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Jon?
Jon is pronounced j-AHN.
How popular is the name Jon?
Jon is currently ranked #893 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Jon?
Popular middle name pairings include Jon Michael, Jon Robert, Jon David, Jon Andrew, Jon Paul, Jon Thomas, and Jon Lee.
What are good sibling names for Jon?
Names that pair well with Jon as siblings include Matt, Chris, Kate, Sarah, Tim, Luke, and Dan.
How many syllables does Jon have?
Jon has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jon a common or rare name?
Jon is moderately common, ranked #893 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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About the Name Jon
Jon is a boy name with American, Scandinavian, Welsh, and English origins . The name means "God is gracious" in Hebrew .
Is Jon a boy or girl name? Jon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #893 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #67,437. Jon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jon is currently ranked #893 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jon has 1 syllable and is pronounced j-AHN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Jon include Jonathan, Jonah, Jonas, Jones, Jonathon . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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