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Bunnie
Pronounced BUN-ee /ˈbʌn.i/High
Meaning: A spelling of the English endearment 'bunny' (a rabbit), long used as a term of affection and as a pet name for Berenice, Bernice or Barbara. It reads first as the word, which we note honestly.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Bunnie is a spelling of 'bunny,' an English endearment that came to mean a rabbit and served for generations as a warm pet name — often for a Berenice, Bernice or Barbara. It reads plainly as the word, which we note. Cozy, retro, and fond (said 'BUN-ee').
In the U.S. it appears rarely, most often as a nickname written on the form. Rare, retro, and affectionate.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Bunnie mean?
Bunnie is a spelling of 'bunny,' an English endearment and word for a rabbit; it also serves as a pet form of Bernice.
How do you pronounce Bunnie?
It's said BUN-ee /ˈbʌn.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Bunnie a boy or girl name?
Bunnie is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Bunnie?
Bunnie is very rare in the U.S.