Bonnie
Bonnie is a girl's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Pretty, charming, attractive, or good.
Origin and history
Bonnie is a classic name derived from the Scottish word meaning pretty, charming, or good, which traces back to the Middle French word 'bon'. It became widely popular in the United States during the mid-20th century and remains an recognizable vintage name today. It carries a warm, upbeat tone with enduring cultural recognition.
Popularity in the United States
328,675 babies in the United States have been named Bonnie since 1880. It ranks #120 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #483.
States where it is most popular
- CA (6.5 %)
- NY (6.5 %)
- PA (6.4 %)
- OH (5.9 %)
- IL (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 401 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,343 |
| 1900-1910 | 2,496 |
| 1910-1920 | 8,335 |
| 1920-1930 | 23,172 |
| 1930-1940 | 35,803 |
| 1940-1950 | 86,886 |
| 1950-1960 | 83,013 |
| 1960-1970 | 45,088 |
| 1970-1980 | 16,673 |
| 1980-1990 | 12,099 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,422 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,059 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,112 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,773 |
Famous people named Bonnie
- Bonnie Raitt: Musician, Singer
- Bonnie Wright: Actress, Director
- Bonnie Hunt: Actress, Comedian
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Scots word 'bonnie', which was originally derived from the Old French 'bon', meaning good.
- Bonnie ranked among the top 50 most popular names for girls in the United States throughout the 1940s and 1950s.