Holding steady.
Popularity of Nonie since 1880
Babies named Nonie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Nonie's real moment was 1892.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 91 |
| 1890s | 155 |
| 1900s | 149 |
| 1910s | 193 |
| 1920s | 184 |
| 1930s | 154 |
| 1940s | 142 |
| 1950s | 148 |
| 1960s | 82 |
| 1970s | 34 |
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Nonie is a vintage nickname name that enjoyed its greatest popularity in the late 19th century. According to Social Security data, its peak year was 1892, coinciding with a broader trend for diminutive girls' names ending in -ie. The name has remained stable in use but never re-entered the top 1000. Today it reads as a sweet, old-fashioned choice, distinct from more common revivals like Ellie or Millie. Nonie's trajectory as a 'stable' name suggests it has never completely disappeared, but rather has been used sparingly and consistently over the decades. While its top states are not recorded, it likely followed patterns of other similar nicknames in the Northeast and Midwest. For parents seeking an unusual but recognizable name with historical roots, Nonie offers a soft, friendly sound.
Nonie originated as a pet form of several names beginning with a similar sound, including Anna (from Hebrew hannah 'grace'), Honora (from Latin honor 'honor'), and Eleanor (of debated origin). It follows the pattern of forming affectionate nicknames with the -ie suffix. The name saw its peak use in the 1890s in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Noni, Nony
Sibling names for Nonie
Names that share Nonie's style, for a brother or sister.
