Gemma vs Sunny

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gemma

Girl #203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gem, precious stone"

Origin: Latin/Italian

Cultural Roots

English Italian Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#203
Total SSA Count
1,514
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gem

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Sunny

Girl #372 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful, bright like the sun"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#372
Total SSA Count
837
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Sun, Sunnie

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gemma Rank #203
Sunny Rank #372

Gemma is more popular, ranked #203 vs #372 for Sunny.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gemma ___

  • Gemma Rose
  • Gemma Jane
  • Gemma Louise
  • Gemma Claire
  • Gemma Elise
  • Gemma Kate

Sunny ___

  • Sunny Rose
  • Sunny Mae
  • Sunny Belle
  • Sunny Day
  • Sunny Grace
  • Sunny Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gemma

Violet Cleo Flora Oscar Henry

If you choose Sunny

Daisie Bluebell Clover River Sky

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gemma or Sunny more popular?

Gemma is more popular, ranked #203 compared to Sunny at #372 in the United States.

What do Gemma and Sunny mean?

Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin). Sunny means "cheerful, bright like the sun" (English origin).

Are Gemma and Sunny boy or girl names?

Gemma is primarily a girl name. Sunny is primarily a girl name.

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