Bonni Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Bonni originates from the Latin word 'bonus,' meaning 'good.' Its language path includes forms like 'Bonus' in Latin and 'Bon' in Old French. The name is characterized by its association with goodness and kindness and does not have biblical relevance. It became more popular in the 20th century and is seen as a cheerful name today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bonni"
Pronunciation
/ˈbɒni/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Bonni is derived from the Latin word 'bonus,' which means 'good' or 'well.' It is often associated with the concept of goodness and kindness.
Meaning
good, well
Language Evolution
Bonus (Latin), Bon (Old French), Bonni (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Bonni gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of names derived from 'Bon.'
Variants & Derivatives
Bonnie, Boni, Bonny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Bonni is perceived as a cheerful and friendly name, often associated with warmth and positivity.
Famous People
Bonni Cohen, American filmmaker, Bonni Marshall, American artist
📊 Bonni Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Bonni Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 50 peak births in 1964
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bonni"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Bonni"
"Bonni" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3759th of 9204 | 107 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1716th of 12526 | 717 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2834th of 19264 | 409 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7557th of 27321 | 152 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 20969th of 30306 | 22 |
Regional Popularity of "Bonni" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Bonni" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
74.81% 1666th/2227 |
48.19% 1171st/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
60.32% 1674th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
65.52% 2282nd/3483 |
- |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bonni"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bonni" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Bonni" in the United States
The name Bonni is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bonni has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Bonni' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3759th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1716th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2834th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7557th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20969th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Bonni' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.