Bonnie: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: bo-hnne-e-e-h
Origin: Scotland
gender-female

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Pretty

Bonnie is a Scottish given name that primarily means "pretty," "attractive," "beautiful," or "good". It is derived from the Scots word "bonnie" (pretty, attractive) and the French word "bonne" (good). The name Bonnie has been in use since the 19th century and gained popularity after the movie "Gone with the Wind" (1939) in which it was the nickname of Scarlett's daughter. The origin of the name Bonnie is Scottish, and it is a variation of the French word "bon," which also means "good". The name has been popularized by various historical figures and fictional characters, such as Bonnie Parker, an American gangster (Bonnie and Clyde), and Bonnie Bennett from the television series "The Vampire Diaries".

Bonnie Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Bonnie is currently #202 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Bonnie is currently #99 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Bonnie is currently #81 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Bonnie is currently #51 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Bonnie is currently #199 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Bonnie is currently #99 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Bonnie

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Bonnie, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Bonnie Wright: Bonnie Wright is an English actress known for her role as Ginny Weasley in the "Harry Potter" film series.
  • Bonnie Bedelia: Bonnie Bedelia is an American actress known for her roles in "Die Hard," "Parenthood," and "Heart Like a Wheel."

 

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