Stony
Pronunciation: [ st-OHN-ee ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Stony first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 261 babies have been named Stony in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Stony is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,134 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,134
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Old French origin
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Manx Celtic origin
"rocky ground"
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Old English origin
"valley peace; combination of Del (val..."
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Germanic origin
"powerful ruler"
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Ancient Greek origin
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Greek via Latin origin
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Old English origin
"broad fortified settlement"
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About the Name Stony
Stony is a boy name .
Stony is currently ranked #39,134 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Stony include Sto, Sty, and Stoie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Stony include Stone, Stoney . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis