Sunni
boy name#9714 in 2025Sunni entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #6056 in 1979, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
#9714
rank today
#6056
peak (1979)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6056 |
| 1990s | #7422 |
| 2010s | #12156 |
| 2020s | #8890 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Sunni are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Sunni is a kid of about 3 — 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 Sunni in 2025?
- Sunni ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sunni most popular?
- Sunni peaked in 1979, reaching #6056 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sunni with classmates?
- Sunni will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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