Onathan
boy nameOnathan entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #3915 in 1988, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#3915
peak (1988)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5680 |
| 1980s | #4746 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Onathan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Onathan alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Onathan in 2025?
- Onathan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Onathan most popular?
- Onathan peaked in 1988, reaching #3915 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Onathan with classmates?
- Onathan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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