Jonnie
Jonnie is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Jonnie is a diminutive variant of Joan, Jane, or John, tracing back to the Hebrew name Yohanan. Historically used for both boys and girls, it gained moderate usage as a feminine given name in the mid-20th century in the United States. Today, it remains a rare choice for newborn girls.
Popularity in the United States
5,880 babies in the United States have been named Jonnie since 1880. It ranks #2225 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2026.
States where it is most popular
- TX (21.9 %)
- GA (13.5 %)
- CA (9.7 %)
- AL (9.3 %)
- MS (8.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 23 |
| 1890-1900 | 85 |
| 1900-1910 | 133 |
| 1910-1920 | 412 |
| 1920-1930 | 787 |
| 1930-1940 | 720 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,062 |
| 1950-1960 | 859 |
| 1960-1970 | 504 |
| 1970-1980 | 327 |
| 1980-1990 | 286 |
| 1990-2000 | 300 |
| 2000-2010 | 159 |
| 2010-2019 | 148 |
| 2020-2029 | 75 |
Famous people named Jonnie
- Jonnie Barnett: singer, songwriter
Fun facts
- While traditionally a masculine spelling as Johnny, the 'ie' spelling gained distinct popularity as a feminine name in the early to mid-20th century.
- It serves as a vintage alternative spelling to Janie, Joanie, or Johnny.