Sonny

Male

Meaning

Our Son

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈsɑni/

Traits associated with the name Sonny:

Dogs named Sonny tend to be loving, brave, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Sonny?

Naming your dog Sonny may suggest that you are a fan of classic American culture, as the name is often associated with the iconic singer and actor, Sonny Bono. It may also suggest that you are a fan of classic music, as the name is often associated with the classic rock band, Sonny and Cher. Additionally, it may suggest that you are a fan of classic comedy, as the name is often associated with the classic comedy duo, Sonny and Cher.

Is Sonny a good dog name?

Sonny has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Sonny isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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168
New York City Dog Name Database
335
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Sonny is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Sonny was, in the past month, the 690th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Sonny is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Sonny was viewed 166 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Sonny's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Sonny is most adored in West Virginia, Iowa and Pennsylvania.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Mississippi, Louisiana and Arkansas.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Sonny.

Most popular breeds named Sonny:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. Chihuahua
  3. German Shepherd
  4. Lhasa Apso
  5. Cocker Spaniel

Famous dogs named Sonny:

  • film icon A french bulldog named Sonny played a role in the movie Due Date.
  • film icon A bulldog named Sonny played a role in the movie The Dogfather.

Sonny is found in these categories:

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Conveys a sense of strength and charm, while also hinting at a playful, sunny disposition.

Dog names like Sonny:

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As in sargent.
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marked by or emitting or filled with smoke
From The Stony Field
Mischievous baby genius.
Sonny dog name meaning

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