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Yona β€” Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Yona is a unisex name with multiple origins. In Hebrew, Yona means 'dove', which is a symbol of peace and simplicity. In Greek, Yona is a variant of the name Jonah, meaning 'dove' or 'peaceful'.

Yona

Letter: Y
Unisex

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Meaning of Yona:

Yona is a unisex name with multiple origins. In Hebrew, Yona means 'dove', which is a symbol of peace and simplicity. In Greek, Yona is a variant of the name Jonah, meaning 'dove' or 'peaceful'. In Persian, Yona means 'yonah tree', which is associated with immortality and strength. Yona represents a person who embodies peace, purity, and resilience.

  • Gender: Unisex
  • Origin: Persian, Hebrew, Greek
  • US popularity: In 2022, 39 newborns in the United States were named Yona (Social Security Administration data).

Origin:

Persian , Hebrew , Greek

Similar Names:

Wyona , Yiona , Ylona , Yoana , Yomna , Yonah , Yonas , Yonat , Yonca , Yonda

More names starting with Y:

Ya , Ya Rah , Yaa , Yaacob , Yaacov , Yaad , Yaafi , Yaafis , Yaafyah , Yaak , Yaakov , Yaalini

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Frequently asked questions about Yona

What does the name Yona mean?

Yona is a unisex name with multiple origins. In Hebrew, Yona means 'dove', which is a symbol of peace and simplicity. In Greek, Yona is a variant of the name Jonah, meaning 'dove' or 'peaceful'. In Persian, Yona means 'yonah tree', which is associated with immortality and strength.

What is the origin of the name Yona?

Yona is a unisex name of Persian, Hebrew, Greek origin.

Is Yona a boy or girl name?

Yona is commonly used as a unisex name.

How popular is the name Yona?

In 2022, 39 newborns in the United States were named Yona, according to Social Security Administration data.

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