Jonae
Meaning of Jonae
Jonae is a feminine given name of modern Anglo-American usage, pronounced /dʒoʊnˈeɪ/ in English, and is generally regarded as a creative orthographic variant of the Hebrew-derived name Jonah (יוֹנָה, yonah, “dove”). Morphologically, it may also be interpreted as a blended formation combining the elements of Joan and Mae, aligning with prevalent naming-innovation patterns in the United States. Since first appearing in national birth statistics in the mid-1960s, Jonae has maintained a low-frequency but resilient presence, with annual occurrences ranging from five to seventy-two and Social Security Administration ranks fluctuating primarily within the 750–960 interval. This steady pattern reflects a measured yet enduring adoption within anglophone communities, independent of any singular cultural trend. Its precise phonetic structure and its semantic linkage to “dove” confer upon Jonae a technically distinctive profile, appealing to parents who seek an etymologically grounded name that remains uncommon in contemporary American onomastics.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as joh-NAY (/dʒoʊnˈeɪ/)
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