Sonny
girl name#2998 in 2025Sonny entered the US charts in 1942, peaked at #2646 in 2023, ranks #2998 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1942–2025
#2998
rank today
#2646
peak (2023)
55
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4124 |
| 1950s | #5241 |
| 1960s | #6203 |
| 1970s | #6536 |
| 1980s | #6310 |
| 1990s | #7235 |
| 2000s | #9834 |
| 2010s | #5982 |
| 2020s | #2994 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sonny has been most popular in TX, CA, MI.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Sonny are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sonny is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sonny in 2025?
- Sonny ranks #2998 among US girl names in 2025, with 55 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sonny most popular?
- Sonny peaked in 2023, reaching #2646 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sonny with classmates?
- Sonny will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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