Sony Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSOH-nee / ˈsoʊniJapanese; English
Meaning
Japanese: 'son'; English: derived from 'Sony Corporation', a brand name
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sony is primarily associated with the Japanese electronics company Sony Corporation, founded in 1946. The name itself is derived from the Latin word 'sonus', meaning sound. In Japan, the name has also been interpreted as 'son', referring to a male child. As a given name, it is less common and often reflects a modern or brand-influenced naming trend.
Trend Summary
The name Sony has seen limited use as a given name in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sony was first seen in the United States in 1974. Sony has ranked as high as #1149 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Sony has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sony (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 6 |