The nameSony
Sony is a short boy's name, given in France mostly in the early 1990s.
- Boy's name
- English
Meaning
It is a form of Sonny, an English nickname meaning "little son".
Origin
English, through Sonny.
History
First found in 1965, Sony peaked in France in the early 1990s. It has become rare.
Popularity of the name Sony
Sony in France
3375thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1993peak year (80 births)
1,520babies named Sony in France since 1900
Sony was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 615 births over the decade, 40% of all recorded babies named Sony. Its rise began around 1968, and it peaked in 1993. Half of all babies named Sony in France were born before 1994.
Variants and related names
Sony in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sony mean?
It is a form of Sonny, an English nickname meaning "little son".
What is the origin of the name Sony?
English, through Sonny.
Is Sony a girl's or a boy's name?
Sony is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Sony?
Variants and related names of Sony include Sonny.