Loney is a distinctive given name of Slavic origin, specifically from the Russian language. It is derived from the word 'lonely', suggesting that its bearers may be independent or introspective individuals. Despite its seemingly unusual nature in English-speaking countries, Loney has been used in various cultures over time. The name has two syllables, with the stress falling on the first syllable ('LOH-nee').
The name Loney appears to have experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a noticeable peak around the early 1900s and again in the late 1910s and early 1920s.