Find out how popular the first name Lonni has been for the last 50 years (from 1975 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lonni by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Lonni is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 9 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lonni.

The history of the first name Lonni

The given name Lonni is believed to have its origins in the ancient Germanic languages, specifically Old Norse and Old English. It is thought to be derived from the Old Norse word "lun," which means "peaceful" or "calm." Alternatively, some linguists suggest it may be a diminutive form of the Old English name "Leofa," meaning "beloved."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lonni can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, a collection of medieval Norse literature dating back to the 13th century. In these sagas, Lonni is mentioned as the name of a minor character, a farmer or landowner in Iceland.

During the Middle Ages, the name Lonni was relatively uncommon but not unheard of in certain parts of Northern Europe, particularly in Scandinavia and the Germanic regions. It was often associated with individuals of Norse or Germanic descent, though its usage was limited.

One notable historical figure with the name Lonni was Lonni Thorvaldsson, a 14th-century Norwegian explorer and navigator. He is said to have accompanied the Greenlandic expeditions led by Erik the Red and is believed to have been one of the first Europeans to set foot on the North American continent, predating Christopher Columbus by several centuries.

In the 16th century, a Dutch painter named Lonni van Haarlem gained some renown for his landscapes and still-life paintings. He was active in the city of Haarlem in the Netherlands during the Dutch Golden Age of painting.

Another historical figure with the name Lonni was Lonni Eriksson, a Swedish soldier and military leader who fought in the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). He rose through the ranks to become a respected commander and played a significant role in several battles during the conflict.

In the 19th century, a Norwegian writer and poet named Lonni Bjørnson gained recognition for his works celebrating the natural beauty of his homeland and promoting Norwegian nationalism and independence. He was born in 1832 and passed away in 1910.

Throughout the centuries, the name Lonni has remained relatively rare, especially outside of its areas of origin in Northern Europe. However, it has persisted as a unique and historically significant name, carrying with it the echoes of ancient Germanic and Norse cultures.

Data source

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