Sunil
Sunil: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Sunil
- A male given name from Sanskrit.
Etymology
From Sanskrit सुनील (sunīla, “very black or blue, dark”); ultimately from सु (su) + नील (nīla).
How popular is Sunil?
Since 1880, 989 boys in the U.S. have been named Sunil. Its highest rank for boys was #1461 in 1979. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Sunil FAQ
What does the name Sunil mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit. From Sanskrit सुनील (sunīla, “very black or blue, dark”); ultimately from सु (su) + नील (nīla).
What is the origin of the name Sunil?
Sunil is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Sunil?
Since 1880, 989 boys in the U.S. have been named Sunil. Its highest rank for boys was #1461 in 1979. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Sunil a boy or girl name?
Sunil is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 989 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.