Bible Dictionary
Bar-jona
Bar-jona means “son of Jonah” and was the patronymic name Jesus used for the apostle Peter.
Definition
Bar-jona means “son of Jonah” and is the patronymic name applied to Peter. It identifies Peter by reference to his father, whose name is given as Jonas or Jonah.
Biblical Usage
Jesus used the name Bar-jona when addressing Peter. The name occurs in connection with Peter’s recognition and identity among the disciples.
Historical Background
Bar-jona is a patronymic expression, meaning “son of” followed by the father’s name.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Son of Jonah, the patronymic of Peter (Matt. 16:17; John 1:42), because his father’s name was Jonas. (See PETER.)