Holding steady.
Popularity of Stony since 1938
Babies named Stony per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 9 |
| 1950s | 17 |
| 1960s | 101 |
| 1970s | 102 |
| 1980s | 25 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Stony is a rare American given name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1938. It reached its highest usage in 1963, the peak year, but has never entered the top 1000. The name's trajectory has been stable, with occasional use as a modern, nature-inspired choice. Historically, Stony is often a respelling of Stoney or a nickname for Stone, reflecting its origin as an English surname describing someone who lived near a stony area. As a first name, it carries a rugged, earthy feel, appealing to parents seeking something distinctive but straightforward. While top states for its use are not recorded due to its rarity, Stony remains a quiet, unpretentious name with a solid, grounded image.
Stony originated as a topographic surname for someone who lived near a stony place or as a nickname for a hard or unyielding person. As a given name, it emerged in the 20th century, often as a variant of Stone or a shortened form of names like Stoney. Its usage has been sporadic, with a peak in the 1960s.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Stoney
Sibling names for Stony
Names that share Stony's style, for a brother or sister.
