Sonny vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sonny

Boy #336 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son, young boy"

Origin: English

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Sonny Rank #336

Avery Rank #259

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #336 for Sonny.

Is Sonny or Avery more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Sonny at #336 in the United States.

What do Sonny and Avery mean?

Sonny means "son, young boy" (English origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Sonny and Avery boy or girl names?

Sonny is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.