Sonny Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Sonny Name at a Glance

Name	Sonny
Meaning	Son. A nickname and given name.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Sonny Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Sonny means “Son. A nickname and given name”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Sonny Name Origin

Our database records Sonny under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Sonny a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Sonny is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Sonny

When considering Sonny for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.