Jonine
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a blend of Joan and another name.
Name Census estimates that about 16 living Americans carry the first name Jonine. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Jonine today is around 69 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jonine births was 1958 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jonine. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Jonine is about 69 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Jonines were born before 1967.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jonine. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
16
~ 1 in 21,422,146 Americans
Peak year
1958
7 babies that year
Average age
69
years old
1961 SSA rank
#7,009
Tracked since 1953
Popularity
Jonine: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jonine from the 1950s through to the 1960s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 17 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1950s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jonine by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jonine during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jonine
The given name Jonine is a feminine form of the Hebrew name Jonah, which means "dove" in English. It is believed to have originated in the Middle East, likely during the biblical era or earlier. The name Jonah is mentioned in the Old Testament book of Jonah, which recounts the story of a prophet who was swallowed by a large fish.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Jonine can be traced back to the 17th century in France. It was particularly popular among French and French-Canadian families during this time period. The name may have been derived from the French form of Jonah, which is Jonas.
In terms of historical references, the name Jonine does not appear to have been widely used or mentioned in ancient texts or religious scriptures. However, there are a few notable individuals throughout history who bore this name.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Jonine was Jonine Guéritte, a French writer and poet who lived in the 17th century. She is known for her contributions to the French literary scene during the reign of King Louis XIV.
Another notable Jonine was Jonine Hoyois, a Belgian painter and sculptor who was active in the early 20th century. Her works were exhibited in various galleries across Europe, and she is recognized for her contributions to the Belgian art scene.
In the United States, Jonine Hartley was a prominent social worker and advocate for children's rights in the mid-20th century. She worked tirelessly to improve the lives of underprivileged children and was instrumental in establishing several organizations dedicated to this cause.
Jonine Edmiston was an Australian tennis player who competed in the 1960s and 1970s. She achieved notable success in both singles and doubles events, winning several national and international tournaments during her career.
Jonine Rowles was a British actress and television presenter who was active in the latter half of the 20th century. She appeared in various stage productions, as well as several television shows and films, and was known for her versatile acting abilities.
Overall, while the name Jonine may not be as widely known as some other names, it has a rich history and has been borne by several notable individuals throughout the centuries, particularly in the fields of literature, art, social work, sports, and entertainment.
People
Jonine + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jonine as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jonine: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jonine?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 16 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jonine going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 21,422,146 US residents.
Is Jonine a common name?
We classify Jonine as "Very Rare". It ranks above 36.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 22 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jonine most popular?
The single biggest year for Jonine was 1958, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jonine is about 69 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jonine a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jonine in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.