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Jonny

Jonny (name) means a male given name, a variant spelling of Johnny, or a nickname for Jonathan. Example: “Jonny spent the summer working at his uncle's garage.”

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A male given name, a variant spelling of Johnny, or a nickname for Jonathan.

"Jonny spent the summer working at his uncle's garage."

How to use Jonny

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In plain EnglishAn alternate spelling of Johnny, also used as a nickname for Jonathan.

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Rhymes for Jonny

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Jonny” mean?

The word “Jonny” means a male given name, a variant spelling of Johnny, or a nickname for Jonathan. In plain terms, an alternate spelling of Johnny, also used as a nickname for Jonathan.

How do you use “Jonny” in a sentence?

Here is “Jonny” used in a sentence: “Jonny spent the summer working at his uncle's garage.”

What part of speech is “Jonny”?

“Jonny” is a name.

Is “Jonny” a common word?

“Jonny” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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