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Sonny

“son or little son”

About the name Sonny

Sonny is an English name that literally means ‘son’ or ‘little son’. It is often used as a term of endearment for a young boy or son. Notable figures include Sonny Bono, an American singer and politician, who was part of the duo Sonny & Cher.

Meaning
son or little son
Origin
English
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
SUN-ee(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

No common variant spellings are widely recorded.

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Middle names for Sonny

  • Sonny James
  • Sonny Michael
  • Sonny Alexander
  • Sonny Lee
  • Sonny Ray

Questions about Sonny

What does Sonny mean?
Sonny is an English name meaning "son or little son".
How do you pronounce Sonny?
Sonny is pronounced SUN-ee, with emphasis on the first syllable.

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