Sony
Boy nameSony has been given to 326 babies in the U.S. since 1968. It peaked in 1988.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
326
Peak year
1988 (21 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1968
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
12% girls / 88% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Sony — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Sony.
Sibling name ideas for Sony
Same era and popularity as Sony, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Sony?
Sony has been given to 326 babies in the U.S. since 1968. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Sony peak?
Sony peaked in 1988, when 21 babies were given the name.
Is Sony a girl or boy name?
Sony is primarily a boy name (88% of babies named Sony are boys).
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