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A diminutive of Joan or Johanna, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It gained independent popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, and is often associated with a creative, folk-inspired spirit.
Less common today
Joni isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,053 in 1990.
Influential Canadian singer-songwriter and painter
Evangelical author and disability rights advocate
United States Senator from Iowa
Traditional pop singer of the 1950s
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
