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Name Origin

Jonas is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'dove'. It is a variant of the biblical name Jonah.

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Famous People

Jonas Salk (1914-1995)

Virologist

  • Developed the first effective polio vaccine

Jonas Kaufmann

Opera Singer

  • Internationally acclaimed tenor known for his powerful voice and dramatic performances

Jonas Mekas (1922-2019)

Filmmaker, Poet, Artist

  • Pioneer of avant-garde cinema and experimental film