Jonnique is of African-American origin, derived from the French male name Jonathan, which means 'God has shown favor'. The feminine suffix '-ique' is added to create Jonnique. This unique name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities. It offers a distinctive sound and spelling while still being recognizable as a variation of a well-known name.
"The name Jonnique was quite popular in the year 1988 with five recorded births during that time."