Joni
Joni: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Joni
- A female given name.
Etymology
Commonly used as a diminutive of Joan.
How popular is Joni?
Since 1880, 28,815 girls and 687 boys in the U.S. have been named Joni (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #204 in 1956. Its highest rank for boys was #2660 in 1968. In 2025, 124 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Joni
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
Sibling name ideas for Joni
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Joni FAQ
What does the name Joni mean?
A female given name. Commonly used as a diminutive of Joan.
How popular is the name Joni?
Since 1880, 28,815 girls and 687 boys in the U.S. have been named Joni (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #204 in 1956. Its highest rank for boys was #2660 in 1968. In 2025, 124 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Joni a boy or girl name?
Joni is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 28,815 girls and 687 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.