NAME PROFILE

Tonny

Derived from the Germanic root 'lind' meaning soft, flexible, or linden tree, and the Spanish word for beautiful; it is also associated with the Nguni name Lindiwe meaning 'the one we waited for'. Lindi describes a person who is deeply cherished, resilient, and possesses a natural, effortless grace that brings harmony to their surroundings.

Key Stats

Total births902
GenderMale (5% / 95%)
Peak year1965
Peak generationGen X
First recorded1964
Most recent2011
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 56%GA — 22%MS — 11%TX — 11%PA — 0%

Notable People

Lindi Ortega (Country Music Singer-Songwriter) · Lindiwe Sisulu (South African Politician and Cabinet Minister) · Lindi St. Clair (British Author and Activist) · Lindi King (Television and Film Actress) · Lindi Holmes (Professional Freestyle Skier)

Nicknames & Diminutives

LinDidiLulu

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