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Current rank (2025)#6446
Babies named Sun in 202513
Total recorded1,006
Peak year2022 (19 babies)
Highest rank ever#1175
Years in records1902–2025 (84 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 5833 spots
Gender breakdown50% boys / 50% girls

Frequently asked about Sun

What does the name Sun mean?
Sun means “Bright, cheerful, sunshine” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Sun?
Sun has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright, cheerful, sunshine”.
How popular is Sun?
Sun ranked #6446 in 2025 — given to 13 babies that year.
When was Sun most popular?
Sun peaked in 2022 with 19 babies registered that year.
Is Sun a boy or girl name?
Sun is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 50% of Suns are boys and 50% are girls.
Is the name Sun rising or falling in popularity?
Sun has risen 5833 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #12279 in 2020 to #6446 in 2025.
How long has Sun been recorded?
Sun appears in birth records across 84 years — from 1902 through 2025.

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