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Loney

The name Loney peaked for girls at #1033 in 1894. Loney is occasionally used for boys in 1987.

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Loney is an uncommon given name that originated as an English surname, derived from Old French 'l'aulnai,' meaning 'alder grove' or from the Old English 'lane-eg,' referring to a 'long island.' As a first name, Loney has never achieved widespread popularity but appears occasionally in historical records, particularly in the American South and rural communities. Despite its phonetic similarity to 'lonely,' the name has separate etymological roots. Loney has a distinctive sound that combines traditional surname qualities with a friendly, approachable ending. The name may appeal to families looking to honor surname traditions or seeking an uncommon masculine name with historical roots that remains recognizable and relatively easy to pronounce.

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The name Loney is currently ranked #884 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #884 in 1903. It is currently rising in popularity. Loney is occasionally used for girls in 1939.

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