Sun Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
English
Gender Distribution:
48% Masculine / 52% Feminine
Meaning:
The name 'Sun' is derived from the celestial body that is the center of our solar system.
Meaning of the Name Sun
'Sun' is a name of English origin. It is derived from the celestial body that is the center of our solar system. The sun is often associated with warmth, light, and life. In many cultures, the sun is also seen as a powerful symbol of vitality and energy.
Popularity of the Name Sun
The popularity for the name Sun peaked in popularity in the year 2022 with 19 births, which ranked number 11,177 out of 29,174 unique names for that year. Sun had the most female births in 1971 with 16, which ranked number 3,789 out of 9,647 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 2022 with 19, which ranked number 4,994 out of 14,255 male names for that year.
Nationwide Popularity of Sun
- 20 Year Trend of Sun: 460.00%
Popularity of Sun by State
For males, Sun was most popular in Western states with 6 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in CA, with 6 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Sun. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | 2220 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Sun
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