Jonny
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Jonny is a boy name of English origin meaning "God is gracious".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
English
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
God is gracious
Etymology
Variant of Johnny, a diminutive form of John, from Hebrew Yochanan: 'Yahweh is gracious'.
Famous People Named Jonny
- Jonny Evans — Northern Irish association football player (born 1988)
- Jonny Greenwood — British musician
- Jonny Buckland — British guitarist (born 1977)
- Jonny Lee Miller — British actor
- Jonny Williams — Welsh association footballer
Frequently Asked Questions About Jonny
What does the name Jonny mean?
Jonny means "God is gracious", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Jonny?
Jonny originates from English, commonly used in Europe/North America.
Is Jonny a boy or girl name?
Jonny is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Jonny associated with?
Jonny is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Jonny?
Yes — notable people named Jonny include Jonny Evans (Northern Irish association football player, born 1988), Jonny Greenwood (British musician), Jonny Buckland (British guitarist, born 1977), Jonny Lee Miller (British actor) and Jonny Williams (Welsh association footballer).
Last updated: June 2026