Jona
Meaning
"peace"
Origin: Hebrew
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #4,091
- Total SSA Count
- 26
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Jo
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"peace"
Origin: Hebrew
"handsome, well-born"
Origin: Possible Celtic/Gaelic cen via English
Jona is more popular, ranked #4091 vs #4226 for Kenay.
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Jona is more popular, ranked #4091 compared to Kenay at #4226 in the United States.
Jona means "peace" (Hebrew origin). Kenay means "handsome, well-born" (Possible Celtic/Gaelic cen via English origin).
Jona is primarily a boy name. Kenay is primarily a boy name.