Oni Name Origin
/OH-nee/-
Japanese (Asian) 50%
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Nigerian (African) 30%
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Indian (South Asian) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Oni
- Last Name: N/A
- Name Order: Eastern
- Gender: Other
Name Origin
The name 'Oni' has multiple cultural origins. In Japan, it refers to a demon or ogre in folklore. In Nigeria, 'Oni' is a common Yoruba name meaning 'king' or 'chieftain'. In India, it can be a short form or nickname derived from longer names, or a given name in some regions.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Oni each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).