Lonny Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAH-nee / /ˈlɒni/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Leonard; Hebrew: My God is light
Historical & Cultural Background
Lonny is often considered a diminutive form of the name Leonard, which has Germanic roots. The name Leonard was popularized in the Middle Ages and has been associated with various saints. In Hebrew contexts, Lonny can be seen as a modern name reflecting spiritual significance. The name has been used in various cultures, primarily in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Lonny has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with periods of increased usage in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Loni
- Lonnie
International Variants
- Loni (Italian)
- Loni (Finnish)
Famous people named Lonny
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lonny was first seen in the United States in 1920. Lonny has ranked as high as #899 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in California, Minnesota, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Lonny has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lonny (1990)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 17 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 29 |
| 1938 | 59 |
| 1939 | 69 |
| 1940 | 71 |
| 1941 | 69 |
| 1942 | 75 |
| 1943 | 79 |
| 1944 | 83 |
| 1945 | 84 |
| 1946 | 95 |
| 1947 | 125 |
| 1948 | 151 |
| 1949 | 124 |
| 1950 | 135 |
| 1951 | 134 |
| 1952 | 105 |
| 1953 | 145 |
| 1954 | 156 |
| 1955 | 157 |
| 1956 | 158 |
| 1957 | 213 |
| 1958 | 187 |
| 1959 | 186 |
| 1960 | 155 |
| 1961 | 197 |
| 1962 | 162 |
| 1963 | 191 |
| 1964 | 187 |
| 1965 | 159 |
| 1966 | 209 |
| 1967 | 144 |
| 1968 | 205 |
| 1969 | 158 |
| 1970 | 159 |
| 1971 | 133 |
| 1972 | 144 |
| 1973 | 106 |
| 1974 | 93 |
| 1975 | 101 |
| 1976 | 84 |
| 1977 | 93 |
| 1978 | 69 |
| 1979 | 70 |
| 1980 | 67 |
| 1981 | 51 |
| 1982 | 44 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 31 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 37 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 40 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |