Sunny

Girl's name

Sunny is a modern English name derived from the word "sunny," meaning bright, cheerful, and full of sunshine.

Meaning Cheerful, happy
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 837 Rising
Peak year 2024

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Sunny Leone - Indian actress in Bollywood films.
  • Sunny Hostin - American lawyer and television host.
  • Sunny Anderson - Food Network personality and chef.
  • Sunny Mabrey - Actress in film and television.
  • Sunny Sweeney - Country music singer-songwriter.
  • Sunny Ozell - Singer-songwriter and actress.
  • Sunny Garcia - Professional surfer and world champion.
  • Sunny Johnson - Actress in "Flashdance" and "The Night Before."
  • Sunny von Bülow - Socialite involved in high-profile court case.

Sisters for Sunny

Girl names closely related to Sunny

Brothers for Sunny

Boy names closely related to Sunny

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Sunny

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