Name comparison · boy names
Sean vs. Sonny
In 2025, Sonny leads at #298 among U.S. boys' names, with Sean at #489. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Sean | Sonny |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #489 | #298 |
| Babies in 2025 | 616 | 1,137 |
| All-time peak | #33 in 1972 | #298 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 41 / 100 | 33 / 100 |
| Strongest state | District of Columbia (#168) | Maine (#151) |