Fonzie is a unique and distinctive given name of Italian origin. It is derived from the Italian surname "Fontana," which means "fountain" or "spring." The name Fonzie is believed to have been popularized by the character Arthur "Fonzie" Fonzarelli, portrayed by Henry Winkler in the American sitcom "Happy Days" (1974-1984). Although there is no historical or etymological evidence supporting a direct connection between the character and the name Fonzie, the popularity of the TV show has likely contributed to its familiarity and usage as a given name.
The name Fonzie has a unique birth pattern in the United States over the years. The first recorded birth was in 1913 with only six occurrences. This number remained relatively low for several decades, with five births each year from 1914 to 1915 and again in 1918. There was another small spike in 1930 with five births that year.
The name's popularity began to increase slightly in the mid-20th century. In 1935, there were seven recorded births, which more than doubled by 1975 when nine babies were named Fonzie. This trend continued into the late 1970s with six births in 1976 and eight in 1977.
Overall, from 1913 to 1977, there were a total of 56 recorded births with the name Fonzie in the United States. While it may not be one of the most popular names throughout history, its popularity has seen some fluctuations over time.