Sunil
boy nameSunil entered the US charts in 1962, peaked at #1435 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1962–2025
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rank today
#1435
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #2548 |
| 1970s | #1690 |
| 1980s | #2128 |
| 1990s | #4150 |
| 2000s | #7811 |
| 2010s | #10042 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Sunil are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sunil alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sunil in 2025?
- Sunil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Sunil most popular?
- Sunil peaked in 1979, reaching #1435 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sunil with classmates?
- Sunil will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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