| Meaning | bright, cheerful |
| Origin | English, Sanskrit |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Sunny |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Sun-ny |
About Sunny
Pure joy captured in five letters—that's what Sunny delivers every single time it's spoken. This radiant name literally brightens a room, evoking warmth, optimism, and an irrepressibly positive spirit. Parents who choose Sunny are making a bold statement about their hopes and dreams for their daughter, bestowing upon her a name that celebrates life's beauty and encourages a bright outlook.
The name's cheerful nature makes it impossible not to smile when saying it, creating instant positive associations wherever your daughter goes. Sunny works wonderfully as both a given name and a nickname, offering flexibility while maintaining its uplifting essence. It's playful without being childish, unconventional without being difficult, memorable without being complicated.
This name suits an energetic, outgoing personality but can equally belong to someone who brings quiet light to those around her. Sunny transcends typical naming categories, existing in its own delightful space where happiness and individuality meet. It's a name that promises sunshine even on cloudy days, a perpetual reminder to find joy in every moment.
Nicknames for Sunny
| Sun |
| Sunnie |
| Nana |
| Susu |
Famous People Named Sunny
| Sunny Leone | Canadian-American actress and former adult film star |
| Sunny Anderson | American Food Network personality and chef |
| Sunny Hostin | American lawyer, journalist, and television personality |
| Sunny Ozell | Singer-songwriter and wife of actor Sir Patrick Stewart |
| Sunny Griffin | American fashion model and actress |
| Sunny Gu | Chinese-American fashion designer |
| Sunny Mabrey | American actress and model |
| Sunny War | American musician and singer-songwriter |
| Sunny von Bülow | American heiress and socialite |
| Sunny Pawar | Indian child actor known for his role in the movie "Lion" |
| Sunny Varkey | Indian entrepreneur and founder of GEMS Education |
| Sunny Fong | Canadian fashion designer and winner of Project Runway Canada Season 2 |
| Sunny Lax | Hungarian trance music producer and DJ |
| Sunny Murray | American jazz drummer |
| Sunny Ali | Pakistani businesswoman and founder of Stylo Shoes |
| Sunny Gill | Indian film director and producer |
| Sunny Duval | French footballer |
| Sunny M.R. | Indian music composer and singer |
| Sunny Hilden | American communication skills expert and author |
| Sunny García | American professional surfer and former world champion |
Characters Named Sunny
| Sunny Baudelaire | From the book series "A Series of Unfortunate Events" by Lemony Snicket |
| Sunny Smiles | From the video game "Fallout - New Vegas" |
| Sunny von Bülow | Character in the film "Reversal of Fortune" |
| Sunny Day | Protagonist of the animated TV series "Sunny Day" |
| Sunny Emmerich | From the video game series "Metal Gear Solid" |
| Sunny Milk | From the Touhou Project game series |
| Sunny the Sunflower | From the video game "Plants vs. Zombies" |
| Sunny Funny | From the video game "Parappa the Rapper" |
| Sunny the Robot | From the animated TV series "Super Wings" |