Lonnie
Lonnie is primarily a diminutive of Alonzo or Lawrence, with Spanish and Latin roots meaning 'noble' or 'from Laurentum.' It evolved into a standalone name with a friendly, approachable character, particularly popular in American Southern culture.
Current Popularity
#1822 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce with a familiar sound
- •Has a distinctly mid-century American feel that's experiencing vintage revival
- •Works well across all ages from childhood through adulthood
- •Strong musical heritage through multiple influential artists
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Famous People
Lonnie Johnson
Blues and jazz guitarist, pioneering musician
Lonnie Donegan
British 'King of Skiffle' musician
Lonnie Lynn (Common)
Grammy-winning rapper and actor
Lonnie Smith
Jazz Hammond organist
Statistics
94,394
Total births since 1880
1947
Peak year
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