Moroni Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmo-ROH-nee / məˈroʊniItalian; Hebrew
Meaning
Italian: 'little man'; Hebrew: 'God is my teacher'
Historical & Cultural Background
Moroni is a name of Italian origin, often associated with the 19th-century Italian general and patriot, Giuseppe Moroni. In Hebrew culture, the name is linked to the biblical figure Moroni, who is mentioned in the Book of Mormon. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints due to its religious significance.
Trend Summary
The name Moroni has seen limited popularity in the United States, often associated with specific cultural or religious contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Morone
- Moron
International Variants
- Moroni (Italian)
- Moron (Spanish)
Famous people named Moroni
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Fictional characters named Moroni
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Moroni was first seen in the United States in 1880. Moroni has ranked as high as #1363 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Utah, California, and Idaho. In the past 5 years the name Moroni has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Moroni (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| UT | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 7 |