Holding steady.
Popularity of Boni since 1943
Babies named Boni per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 50 |
| 1950s | 148 |
| 1960s | 99 |
| 1970s | 44 |
| 1980s | 22 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Boni is a rare American feminine given name, likely a variant or pet form of Bonnie. First recorded in 1943, its peak year was 1955, after which usage declined. It has remained stable in recent decades, never cracking the top 1000. The name shares the cheerful connotation of its root word 'bonnie', meaning pretty or fine, and fits within a mid-20th century naming style. While its exact origins are debated, the connection to Bonnie is well established.
Boni is most likely a pet form of the Scottish/English name Bonnie, which derives from the Scots word 'bonnie' meaning 'pretty, fine, pleasant'. It emerged as an independent given name in the 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Boni
Names that share Boni's style, for a brother or sister.
