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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Sunlight; warmth and happiness
- Origin
- English (word name, 'sun' + 'shine')
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- SUN-shyn
Sunshine is an English word name, formed directly from 'sun' plus 'shine,' and its meaning is exactly that: sunlight, warmth, and happiness. It's a gender-neutral name, pronounced SUN-shyn (IPA /ˈsʌnʃaɪn/). There's no separate etymology to dig into — the word is the meaning.
Meaning & Origin of Sunshine
Meaning: Sunlight; warmth and happiness.
Origin: English (word name, 'sun' + 'shine').
How to Pronounce Sunshine
SUN-shynIPA /ˈsʌnʃaɪn/
Popularity of Sunshine
Sunshine peaked in U.S. usage in 1975, ranking #534 with 324 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #2682, with only 65 babies recorded, based on Social Security data spanning 1905-2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Sunshine mean?
Sunlight; warmth and happiness.
How do you pronounce Sunshine?
Sunshine is pronounced SUN-shyn (IPA: /ˈsʌnʃaɪn/).
Is Sunshine a popular name right now?
Sunshine peaked at #534 in 1975 and is ranked #2682 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1905–2024.)
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