Süntje
Fact sheet
- Name
- Süntje
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Süntje is a Frisian and Low German pet form of the name Sunna. Literally translated, it means 'the little sun'.
What does the name Süntje mean?
Süntje, a female first name, originates from the Frisian and Low German languages and is a pet form of Sunna. The direct meaning is 'the little sun', derived from the Old Frisian word sunna, which means 'sun'. Other variants include Sünne and Suntje.
Where does the name Süntje come from?
The name Süntje has its roots in Old Frisian and means 'the little sun'. The etymology comes from the Old Frisian term sunna, which stands for 'sun'. The name is widespread in various languages, including Estonian, Frisian, Low German, North Frisian, and East Frisian.
How do you pronounce Süntje?
Süntje is pronounced like 'Sün-tje'.
Popularity
In Germany, Süntje is considered a rare name. In 2015, it ranked 4,092nd on the list of most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2009 at rank 2,111. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times and is ranked 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 11,574th.
Nicknames & pet names
Sünni
Famous people
- Suntje Freier (actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Süntje
What does the name Süntje mean?
Süntje is a pet form of Sunna and means 'the little sun', derived from the Old Frisian word 'sunna', which means 'sun'.
Where does the name Süntje come from?
The name has its roots in Old Frisian and is widespread in various languages, including Frisian and Low German.
How popular is the name Süntje?
Süntje is mainly known in Northern Germany, but it has gained popularity in recent years and is increasingly appreciated.