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Sunday Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "sunday" is "day of the sun", and is used often for "generally used as a given name for girls".

Name
sunday
Meaning
day of the sun
Pronunciation
ˈsʌn.deɪ
Used for
generally used as a given name for girls
Syllables
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Sunday Name Details

The name Sunday originated from the Old English word 'Sunnandæg', which means 'day of the sun'. It was derived from the Latin Dies Solis, meaning 'day of the sun'. In various cultures and religions, Sunday is considered the first day of the week and symbolizes the sun's light and warmth. The name Sunday gained popularity as a given name in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, possibly influenced by the Puritans' practice of using virtue names.

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