Declining since 2020.
Popularity of Oni since 1973
Babies named Oni per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 32 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 75 |
| 2010s | 70 |
| 2020s | 45 |
Meaning & origin
Oni is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1973. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names, and its peak year was 2020, though its trajectory has been falling since 2020. The name's origins lie in Yoruba culture, where it may signify a child born under special circumstances. Its brevity and melodic sound make it a distinctive choice, though it remains uncommon across all states.
Oni is a name of Yoruba origin, though its precise meaning is debated. It could be a short form of names like Onikepo or Onitilo, or derive from the Yoruba word 'oni' meaning 'today' or 'now'. The name has been in sporadic use in the United States since the 1970s, primarily as a feminine name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nonnie
Sibling names for Oni
Names that share Oni's style, for a brother or sister.
