roni

Roni is a given name and, less commonly, a surname. In Hebrew-speaking communities, Roni is commonly used as a masculine or gender-neutral given name and is often considered a diminutive or nickname derived from Ron (a Hebrew name meaning "joy") or from Ronit, the feminine form of Ron. The name has also spread to other cultures, where it may be used independently or as a short form of Veronica, depending on local naming practices.

Roni is typically pronounced ROH-nee in English-language contexts; Hebrew pronunciation is close to ROH-nee with the emphasis on the first syllable.

The name is borne by individuals in various fields, including sports, music, and the arts, reflecting its broad use across different cultures. Because transliteration from different alphabets varies, spellings such as Ronny, Ronni, and Rony appear in different countries.

Variants and related names include Ronny, Ronni, and Veronica, as well as the root names Ron and Ronit from which Roni can be derived. The name’s flexibility and cross-cultural usage contribute to its presence in diverse naming practices.