Definitions

1. noun

A male given name, a diminutive form of John.

“My little brother’s name is Johnny.”

2. noun

A colloquial or affectionate term for a person from the southern United States, especially one from the Appalachian region.

“He’s a fine Johnny from Kentucky, isn’t he?”

3. adjective

Related to or characteristic of the southern United States, especially the Appalachian region.

“The Appalachian Johnny music is a unique genre.”