Joni
Joni is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Joni is a feminine given name, primarily serving as a diminutive or variant of Joan or Jane, originating from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It gained cultural prominence in the mid-20th century, largely associated with musician Joni Mitchell. In the United States, it remains a recognized classic with steady, moderate usage.
Popularity in the United States
28,815 babies in the United States have been named Joni since 1880. It ranks #853 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1557.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.1 %)
- TX (7 %)
- OH (6.7 %)
- PA (5.2 %)
- IN (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 93 |
| 1940-1950 | 435 |
| 1950-1960 | 9,218 |
| 1960-1970 | 8,274 |
| 1970-1980 | 4,213 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,166 |
| 1990-2000 | 919 |
| 2000-2010 | 463 |
| 2010-2019 | 488 |
| 2020-2029 | 546 |
Famous people named Joni
- Joni Mitchell: Singer, Songwriter
- Joni Eareckson Tada: Author, Advocate
- Joni Ernst: Politician, Military Officer
Fun facts
- Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell brought significant international fame to this specific spelling of the name.
- It shares its ultimate root with names like John, Joan, and Jane from the Hebrew Yochanan.