Sonny
[ˈsʌni]Meaning
Derived from the word 'son', often used as a term of endearment.
Background Story
The name Sonny is often used in popular culture, notably in music and films. For example, Sonny is a character in the 1960s song 'Sonny Boy' which expresses a mother's love and loss.
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