Loni
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Loni
Loni is a versatile name used for both boys and girls, though traditionally masculine in some cultures. With Hawaiian origins, Loni means 'sky' or 'heaven,' connecting the bearer to celestial elements. In Germanic usage, it's a short form of names containing the element 'lon,' meaning 'ready for battle.' The name gained some recognition in the United States through actress Loni Anderson in the 1970s-80s. As a masculine name, Loni remains uncommon but appealing for its brevity and friendly sound. It works well cross-culturally, with recognizable pronunciations in multiple languages. The name's simplicity and positive meanings make it attractive to parents seeking something short and meaningful without being trendy. Loni's dual-gender usage varies by region, with stronger masculine associations in Scandinavian and Pacific Island cultures.
Loni for girls#7012 US
In baby name limbo along with Ronni, Connie, and Bonnie.
Pronounced LOH-nee.
As of October 2026, Loni ranked #6045 in US births in 1984 SSA, peaked at #2789 in 1963.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
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