Bonnie

Meaning of Bonnie

The name Bonnie means 'beautiful' or 'pretty'. It's a charming Scottish term of endearment.

Bonnie has Scottish roots — browse every Scottish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Bonnie

Bonnie is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #396 in 2025 from #921 in 2000.

Notable people named Bonnie

• Bonnie Raitt
  Grammy-winning blues-rock singer, guitarist
• Bonnie Hunt
  Actress, comedian, talk show host
• Bonnie Parker
  Infamous American outlaw
• Bonnie Wright
  Actress, Ginny Weasley in Harry Potter
• Bonnie Blair
  Olympic gold medalist speed skater

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Questions about the name Bonnie

What does the name Bonnie mean?

Bonnie means the name bonnie means 'beautiful' or 'pretty'. it's a charming scottish term of endearment, and it comes from Scottish origins.

Is Bonnie a boy's or a girl's name?

Bonnie is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Bonnie?

In 2025, Bonnie ranked #396 for girls, up from #441 the year before.

When was Bonnie most popular?

Bonnie peaked at #396 in 2025.