Sundance
Pronunciation: [ s-UHND-ans ]
Sundance is a girl baby name. Ranked #59,983 in the US, popular nicknames include Sun, Suy, and Sunie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Sundance first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 10 babies have been named Sundance in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sundance is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #59,983 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #59,983
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Sundance is also used as a boy name, ranked #28373.
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About the Name Sundance
Sundance is a girl name .
Is Sundance a boy or girl name? Sundance is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #59,983 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #28,373. Sundance is more commonly used as a boy name.
Sundance is currently ranked #59,983 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sundance include Sun, Suy, Sunie, and Sundie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sundance include Sunday . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis