Names that mean sun

Names meaning “sun” evoke feelings of warmth, light, and energy. They are metaphors for life, hope, and even the ability to lighten up the darkest of days. Many parents are drawn to names with this meaning because they like the association with positivity and strength or a bright light that can help lift other people up.

Many names mean "sun" and are just as lovely in many cultures. Surya and Aditya (Sanskrit) both mean “sun” in the sky and are generally used as names of the Hindu sun god. Both Haru (Japanese), which means "small sun" and can also refer to "spring," "clear weather," or "distant," and Hinata (Japanese), which means "sun-related" and includes meanings like "sunny place," "sunbeam," and "toward the sun," are popular names. Helios, the Greek name for the sun, was later adopted as the English name for the sun. Sol and Aelia, from the Latin, encode light and brightness, while Sunny, from the English, warms up with its cheerful connotation.

Sun’s meaning in the Hindu religion is considered brightness, joy, and life itself, and so developing a list of names that mean sun is a way for your family to honor those attributes. Classic or modern, these names are full of positive vibes and solar energy—and they can illuminate your child’s path with light.