Yony is a unique and captivating given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "dove". It is derived from the Hebrew name Jonah, which also shares roots with the biblical prophet Jonah. This name carries a sense of peace and grace, much like the dove that represents these qualities in various cultures and religions. Yony is typically used as a masculine given name, but it can also be found as a unisex name, offering parents a versatile option for their child's naming journey. It has gained popularity in recent years due to its distinctive sound and meaningful symbolism.
"Yony was quite popular as a baby name from 1990 to around 2004, with spikes in popularity between 1999 and 2004, reaching a peak of 14 births in 2004. After that period, the number of newborns named Yony decreased significantly, with fluctuations ranging from 5 to 10 births per year until 2016. The name's popularity picked up slightly again recently, with 9 babies named Yony born each in 2020 and 2022."