Sonnie
Sonnie is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son or young boy; bright and sunny.
Origin and history
Sonnie is a diminutival or modern variant spelling of Sonny, derived from the English vocabulary word 'son'. Historically used as an affectionate nickname for a young boy, it has gained minor independent usage as a formal given name. In the United States, it remains relatively uncommon for male infants.
Popularity in the United States
879 babies in the United States have been named Sonnie since 1880. It ranks #3799 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1840.
States where it is most popular
- CA (76.2 %)
- TX (23.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 16 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 79 |
| 1920-1930 | 68 |
| 1930-1940 | 99 |
| 1940-1950 | 108 |
| 1950-1960 | 60 |
| 1960-1970 | 57 |
| 1970-1980 | 48 |
| 1980-1990 | 39 |
| 1990-2000 | 47 |
| 2000-2010 | 83 |
| 2010-2019 | 88 |
| 2020-2029 | 87 |
Famous people named Sonnie
- Sonnie Hale: Actor, Director
Fun facts
- It originated as an English hypocoristic term of endearment before transitioning to an official given name.
- The 'ie' spelling offers a slightly softer and traditional alternative to the more common 'Sonny'.