Loney Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Irish
Gender Distribution:
64% Masculine / 36% Feminine
Meaning:
Loney is a surname of Irish origin meaning 'lover' or 'sweetheart'.
Meaning of the Name Loney
Loney is a surname of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish word 'lonnaí', which means 'lover' or 'sweetheart'. The name was originally used to describe someone who was known for their romantic and affectionate nature. In some cases, Loney may also derive from the Gaelic name 'Mac Ionmhaineáin', meaning 'son of a precious one'.
Popularity of the Name Loney
The popularity for the name Loney peaked in popularity in the year 1915 with 20 births, which ranked number 3,224 out of 8,412 unique names for that year. Loney had the most female births in 1916 with 14, which ranked number 2,246 out of 5,161 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 1915 with 20, which ranked number 1,553 out of 4,390 male names for that year.
Nationwide Popularity of Loney
Popularity of Loney by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Loney. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Loney in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Loney is a great pick!
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