Lonette is a unique and elegant given name of American origin, derived from the surname Loan, which is of Scottish descent. It has gained popularity as a female given name since the mid-20th century. The name Lonette is composed of two elements: "Lo" meaning "famous warrior" or "renowned," and "-ette," a French-derived suffix used to create feminine forms of names. Thus, Lonette can be interpreted as meaning "little famous warrior." This name carries a sense of strength and charm, making it an attractive choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful moniker for their daughter.
The name Lonette experienced significant popularity between the mid-1950s and early 1970s, with over 20 babies named Lonette born annually during this period. The peak year was 1955 with 12 births, but it remained quite common until around 1976 when its usage started to decline significantly, dropping below 5 births per year from the late 1970s onwards. Overall, there were a total of 198 babies named Lonette born between 1952 and 1986.