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Roni
Pronounced ROH-nee /ˈroʊ.ni/High
Meaning: From Hebrew roni, 'my joy; my song; my rejoicing'; also a short form of Veronica/Ronald; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow
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History & Origin
Roni comes from Hebrew roni, 'my joy; my song; my rejoicing' — and is also a short form of Veronica/Ronald (routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; said 'ROH-nee').
In the U.S. and Israel it appears for both sexes. Rare, my-joy-and-my-song at the root, and joyful.
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What does the name Roni mean?
Roni is Hebrew for 'my joy; my song'; it is also a short form of Veronica/Ronald, so the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Roni?
It's said ROH-nee /ˈroʊ.ni/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Roni a boy or girl name?
Roni is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.
How popular is Roni?
Roni is a rare name in the U.S.