Sonnet Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSON-it / /ˈsɒn.ɪt/English; French
Meaning
English: a short poem; French: a little song
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sonnet is derived from the English word for a type of poem that traditionally consists of 14 lines. It has roots in the Italian word 'sonetto,' which means 'little song.' The form became popular during the Renaissance, particularly in the works of poets like Petrarch and Shakespeare. As a name, Sonnet reflects a connection to literature and the arts.
Trend Summary
The name Sonnet has seen limited use in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sonnet was first seen in the United States in 1972. Sonnet has ranked as high as #1340 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Sonnet has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sonnet (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 20 |