Sunshine
girl name#2933 in 2025Sunshine entered the US charts in 1905, peaked at #533 in 1975, ranks #2933 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1905–2025
#2933
rank today
#533
peak (1975)
57
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1658 |
| 1910s | #2538 |
| 1920s | #2933 |
| 1930s | #3816 |
| 1950s | #4656 |
| 1960s | #6530 |
| 1970s | #1085 |
| 1980s | #1471 |
| 1990s | #2449 |
| 2000s | #2207 |
| 2010s | #2813 |
| 2020s | #2546 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sunshine has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 5,400 people named Sunshine are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sunshine 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 Sunshine in 2025?
- Sunshine ranks #2933 among US girl names in 2025, with 57 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sunshine most popular?
- Sunshine peaked in 1975, reaching #533 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sunshine with classmates?
- Sunshine will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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