Lonna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lonna is an English name that derives from variations of 'Lon' and 'Alonna', meaning noble one. It has evolved through several forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is associated with traits of elegance and modernity, and it has no biblical relevance.
The name Lonna is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West 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, Lonna 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, 'Lonna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7232nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1522nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1178th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1804th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5229th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8248th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11629th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lonna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lonna"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɒnə/
Origin
English
Etymology
Lonna is a modern name that is often considered a variation of the name 'Alonna' or derived from the name 'Lon' which has roots in both English and Hebrew.
Meaning
noble one
Language Evolution
Lon, Alon, Alonna, Lonna
Historical Usage
The name Lonna gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine form of names that begin with 'Lon'.
Variants & Derivatives
Alonna, Alon, Lonnie, Loni
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lonna is perceived as a unique and modern name that carries a sense of elegance and femininity.
Famous People
Lonna D. Latham, an American author known for her contributions to literature., Lonna S. Schaefer, a notable figure in the field of environmental science.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lonna"
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 "Lonna"
"Lonna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7232nd of 9107 | 15 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1522nd of 9204 | 486 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1178th of 12526 | 1,470 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1804th of 19264 | 817 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5229th of 27321 | 260 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8248th of 35406 | 211 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11629th of 30306 | 92 |
Regional Popularity of "Lonna" 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 "Lonna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
61.51% 951st/1546 |
85.03% 1323rd/1556 |
- |
53.65% 830th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
40.59% 904th/2227 |
66.05% 1605th/2430 |
69.51% 1983rd/2853 |
38.27% 1062nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
56.42% 1657th/2937 |
80.10% 2790th/3483 |
68.90% 2424th/3518 |
47.13% 1906th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lonna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lonna" 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.