Sunni
Sunni is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Sunny, cheerful, or follower of tradition.
Origin and history
Sunni is used as a modern English name evocative of sunshine, as well as a name with Arabic origin referring to the Sunni branch of Islam. In the United States, it functions primarily as a bright, modern vocabulary-inspired name or nickname alternative. Its usage has increased moderately in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
2,566 babies in the United States have been named Sunni since 1880. It ranks #3485 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1558.
States where it is most popular
- TX (48.9 %)
- CA (13.8 %)
- FL (7.1 %)
- LA (7.1 %)
- GA (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 80 |
| 1960-1970 | 115 |
| 1970-1980 | 377 |
| 1980-1990 | 524 |
| 1990-2000 | 309 |
| 2000-2010 | 249 |
| 2010-2019 | 362 |
| 2020-2029 | 545 |
Famous people named Sunni
- Sunni Lee: Gymnast, Athlete
Fun facts
- While commonly chosen in English for its association with sunshine, it also has distinct historical roots in Arabic.
- The name has seen increased interest in the United States during the 2020s as modern word names have gained traction.