jony

Jony is a masculine given name and nickname commonly used in English-speaking and several non-English-speaking countries. It is often a diminutive form of Jonathan or Jon, though in some contexts it can be used as a standalone given name. The spelling Jony is one of several variants that reflect changes in pronunciation and cultural preference, alongside Johnny, Jonny, Jon, and Jonathan.

Jonathan derives from the Hebrew Yonatan, meaning "Yahweh has given." The nickname Jony developed as a clipped form, sometimes influenced by Spanish, Italian, or French naming patterns where i-ending nicknames are common.

In English, Jony is typically pronounced JOH-nee, but regional variations exist. In languages with J pronounced as an "h" (as in Spanish), Jony may be heard as HO-ny. The stress is usually on the first syllable.

People named Jony may be found in sports, arts, and entertainment, among others. The name's informal tone makes it popular in fan communities and as a public nickname, while formal records may prefer shorter forms like Jon or Jonathan on official documents.

See also Jonny, Johnny, Jon, Jonathan. The name Jony reflects broader patterns of diminutive forms used across cultures.