Ornie is an uncommon, distinctive given name of American origin. It is likely derived from the longer form 'Orenthal', which itself comes from the Germanic elements 'Oren' meaning 'bear cub' and 'theod' meaning 'people'. The name Ornie has a casual, friendly sound to it, often associated with a laid-back or easy-going persona.
"Ornie is quite an uncommon name, with only two notable birth years recorded - 1924 and 1961. However, even within these decades, it appears to have been popular for just a brief period, as there were five births each year."