Bonnie is a Scottish feminine given name derived from the Scots word bonnie, meaning "pretty" or "handsome." This word itself comes from Middle French bon ("good"), ultimately from Latin bonus. The name has been in use since the 19th century, primarily in English-speaking countries.Etymology and HistoryThe name Bonnie originates from the Scots language term bonnie, which carried the sense of attractiveness, charm, or health. It may have been reinforced by the French word bonne ("good"). As a given name, it first appeared in Scotland and spread to the rest of the Anglosphere during the 1800s. Its popularity was boosted by the 1939 film Gone with the Wind, where Scarlett O'Hara's daughter is nicknamed Bonnie.Popularity and UsageBonnie was a consistent name in the United States from the late 19th through the late 20th century, peaking between 1928 and 1966 as a top-100 name for girls. It also saw occasional use for boys between 1884 and 1953. In the United Kingdom, Bonnie has experienced a revival since the 1990s and ranked among the 50 most popular names for newborn girls from 2020 onward. A related variant is Bonita, a Spanish-derived name with a similar meaning.Meaning: "pretty" (from Scottish bonnie)Origin: Scottish, from Scots languageType: Feminine given nameUsage regions: English-speaking world (especially UK, US)