Jonny Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJON-ee / /ˈdʒɒni/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; English: diminutive of Jonathan
Historical & Cultural Background
Jonny is often considered a diminutive form of the name Jonathan, which has Hebrew origins. The name Jonathan appears in the Old Testament as the son of King Saul and a close friend of David. In English-speaking countries, Jonny has gained popularity as a standalone name. It is commonly used in various cultures, reflecting a trend towards informal and affectionate naming.
Trend Summary
Jonny has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often ranking within the top 1000 names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Johnny
- Jon
International Variants
- Jonas (Latin); Jonny (English)
Famous people named Jonny
Jonny Bairstow is an English cricketer known for his performances in international cricket.
Jonny Lee Miller is a British actor recognized for his roles in film and television, including 'Trainspotting' and 'Elementary'.
Jonny Evans is a Northern Irish footballer who has played for clubs such as Manchester United and Leicester City.
Jonny Wilkinson is a former English rugby player celebrated for his pivotal role in the 2003 Rugby World Cup.
Fictional characters named Jonny
Jonny Quest is the main character in the animated series 'Jonny Quest', known for his adventures with his father and friends.
Jonny Bravo is a character from the animated television series 'Jonny Bravo', recognized for his distinctive hairstyle and comedic personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jonny was first seen in the United States in 1912. Jonny has ranked as high as #1321 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Jonny has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jonny (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 19 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 14 |
| 1941 | 21 |
| 1942 | 30 |
| 1943 | 37 |
| 1944 | 23 |
| 1945 | 22 |
| 1946 | 36 |
| 1947 | 33 |
| 1948 | 40 |
| 1949 | 34 |
| 1950 | 32 |
| 1951 | 21 |
| 1952 | 26 |
| 1953 | 23 |
| 1954 | 33 |
| 1955 | 37 |
| 1956 | 31 |
| 1957 | 35 |
| 1958 | 36 |
| 1959 | 46 |
| 1960 | 46 |
| 1961 | 44 |
| 1962 | 39 |
| 1963 | 39 |
| 1964 | 47 |
| 1965 | 34 |
| 1966 | 31 |
| 1967 | 46 |
| 1968 | 40 |
| 1969 | 45 |
| 1970 | 35 |
| 1971 | 33 |
| 1972 | 21 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 22 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1977 | 25 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1980 | 24 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 25 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 28 |
| 1988 | 36 |
| 1989 | 32 |
| 1990 | 51 |
| 1991 | 39 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 34 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 48 |
| 1996 | 32 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 56 |
| 2002 | 56 |
| 2003 | 43 |
| 2004 | 66 |
| 2005 | 59 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 58 |
| 2008 | 79 |
| 2009 | 72 |
| 2010 | 51 |
| 2011 | 65 |
| 2012 | 65 |
| 2013 | 63 |
| 2014 | 42 |
| 2015 | 43 |
| 2016 | 39 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 42 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 40 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 29 |