Lonnie
Lonnie is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Noble and ready; or from Laurentum.
Origin and history
Lonnie is a diminutival standard name used historically as a short form of names like Alonzo, Laurence, or Lon. While historically used more frequently for males, it has also maintained consistent use for females in the United States. Today, it remains a rare, vintage choice given to a small number of baby girls each year.
Popularity in the United States
6,995 babies in the United States have been named Lonnie since 1880. It ranks #2023 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1992.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.3 %)
- TX (12.6 %)
- GA (11.4 %)
- AL (9.7 %)
- MS (9.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 125 |
| 1890-1900 | 205 |
| 1900-1910 | 293 |
| 1910-1920 | 559 |
| 1920-1930 | 820 |
| 1930-1940 | 751 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,198 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,149 |
| 1960-1970 | 767 |
| 1970-1980 | 429 |
| 1980-1990 | 295 |
| 1990-2000 | 134 |
| 2000-2010 | 62 |
| 2010-2019 | 99 |
| 2020-2029 | 109 |
Fun facts
- Lonnie originated as a friendly nickname for classical masculine names like Alonzo and Laurence, but eventually became a standalone given name for all genders.
- It shares a familiar rhythmic sound with mid-century feminine names like Bonnie, Connie, and Ronnie.