Sunshine

At a Glance: Name: Sunshine – Meaning: sunlight; warmth and happiness – Origin: English (word name, 'sun' + 'shine') – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: SUN-shyn

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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

Phonetic: SUN-shyn   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 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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