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Jonadab Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Jonadab

"Jonadab is a figure in the Hebrew Bible, appearing in 2 Samuel 13"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1996 👥 21 in US
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Meaning
Jonadab is a figure in the Hebrew Bible, appearing in 2 Samuel 13
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
21
Life Path
Number 2

📖 What Does Jonadab Mean?

Jonadab is a figure in the Hebrew Bible, appearing in 2 Samuel 13. He is described in verse 3 as the son of Shimeah, who was the brother of David, making Jonadab a cousin to Amnon as well as his friend. He is called "very wise", usually translated as "very shrewd" (NIV) or "very crafty" (ESV).

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

Jonadab is a figure in the Hebrew Bible, appearing in 2 Samuel 13. He is described in verse 3 as the son of Shimeah, who was the brother of David, making Jonadab a cousin to Amnon as well as his friend. He is called "very wise", usually translated as "very shrewd" (NIV) or "very crafty" (ESV).…

Root Element
Jonadab
Core Meaning
"Jonadab is a figure in the Hebrew Bible, appearing in 2 Samuel 13"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Jonadab

J 1
O 6
N 5
A 1
D 4
A 1
B 2
SUM 2
2
Life Path
Harmony & Diplomacy
8
Soul Urge
Power & Ambition
3
Personality
Creativity & Expression

Life Path 2 — Harmony & Diplomacy: Cooperative, sensitive, and excellent mediators.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 21 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 21
Peak year 1996 (6)
First recorded 1995
Last recorded 2011
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Jonadab" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Jonadab is a figure in the Hebrew Bible, appearing in 2 Samuel 13".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~21 people named Jonadab in the US. Peaked in 1996 with 6 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Jonadab?

The Life Path number for Jonadab is 2, associated with Harmony & Diplomacy. Soul Urge: 8. Personality: 3.

Is Jonadab a boy or girl name?

Jonadab is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Jonadab in the US?

Approximately 21 people in the United States are named Jonadab. The name peaked in 1996 with 6 recorded uses.

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