Jonnie
Jonnie is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is gracious; gift of Yahweh.
Origin and history
Jonnie is a diminutive variant of John or Jonathan, derived from Hebrew roots meaning 'God is gracious' or 'Yahweh has given'. Historically used for both boys and girls in the United States, it enjoyed moderate usage in the mid-20th century. Today, it is an uncommon, retro choice for parents seeking an informal or vintage classic.
Popularity in the United States
3,181 babies in the United States have been named Jonnie since 1880. It ranks #2283 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- GA (24.9 %)
- MS (23.8 %)
- AL (11.9 %)
- NC (11.5 %)
- TX (11.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 58 |
| 1900-1910 | 115 |
| 1910-1920 | 399 |
| 1920-1930 | 529 |
| 1930-1940 | 439 |
| 1940-1950 | 445 |
| 1950-1960 | 389 |
| 1960-1970 | 302 |
| 1970-1980 | 182 |
| 1980-1990 | 102 |
| 1990-2000 | 100 |
| 2000-2010 | 58 |
| 2010-2019 | 63 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Jonnie
- Jonnie Penn: Author, Researcher
Fun facts
- Jonnie is a less common spelling variant of Johnny, often used to mirror the spelling of Jonathan or Jon.
- Though listed here in male records, Jonnie has historically been given to both boys and girls in the United States.