Sunny

Meaning of Sunny

Refers to the sun; cheerful nature.

Sunny has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Sunny

Sunny has cooled off, slipping to #390 in 2025, down from a peak of #372 in 2024.

Notable people named Sunny

• Sunny Hostin
  American lawyer and journalist
• Sunny Anderson
  American chef and television personality
• Sunny Mabrey
  American actress and model
• Sunny Sweeney
  American country music singer
• Sunny Coaster
  YouTube personality

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Questions about the name Sunny

What does the name Sunny mean?

Sunny means refers to the sun; cheerful nature, and it comes from English origins.

Is Sunny a boy's or a girl's name?

Sunny is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Sunny?

In 2025, Sunny ranked #390 for girls, down from #372 the year before.

When was Sunny most popular?

Sunny peaked at #372 in 2024.