Tonny
Tonny is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Priceless or highly praiseworthy.
Origin and history
Tonny is a variant spelling of Tonny or Tony, stemming from the Roman family name Antonius. It serves as a rare diminutive or alternate spelling of Anthony. In the United States, it has remained a minor given name throughout history.
Popularity in the United States
902 babies in the United States have been named Tonny since 1880. It ranks #3776 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1890.
States where it is most popular
- CA (55.1 %)
- GA (22.4 %)
- TX (12.2 %)
- MS (10.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 11 |
| 1940-1950 | 42 |
| 1950-1960 | 102 |
| 1960-1970 | 192 |
| 1970-1980 | 112 |
| 1980-1990 | 107 |
| 1990-2000 | 107 |
| 2000-2010 | 107 |
| 2010-2019 | 80 |
| 2020-2029 | 37 |
Fun facts
- Tonny is an alternative spelling of Tony, which originated as a short form of Anthony.