Derived from the Basque name Anttoni, Andoni is a distinctive and traditional first name of Basque origin. It is composed of two elements: 'Ando', which means 'like' or 'similar to', and '-ni', an intensifying suffix. Thus, Andoni roughly translates to 'very like John,' reflecting its association with the name John (Sant Joan in Catalan) due to historical influences. This unique name has been widely used among the Basque people for centuries and continues to be popular today.
The name Andoni experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over time, with a notable spike in usage in recent years. Between 1994 and 2018, the number of annual births ranged between 5 to 11, averaging around 7 births per year. However, there was a substantial increase starting from 2019, with 45 births that year, followed by 11 births in 2020, 12 in 2021, and 10 in 2022. The most recent data from 2023 shows a decrease to 5 births, but the overall trend suggests a recent surge in the popularity of the name Andoni. In total, there have been 230 births with this name since 1994.