Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Sonnet

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      14-line Poem or Verse

      Variations

      Vionnet, Annett, Bonner
      The name Sonnet traces its origins to the English language and is derived from the early 16th century French word sonnet and the Italian word sonetto, both meaning little song or sound. However, it is the specific poetic form that has come to define the name. A sonnet is a 14-line poem or verse, which typically follows a strict rhyme scheme and often explores themes of love, beauty, and nature.

      In the realm of history, the name Sonnet gained prominence during the Elizabethan era in England, when poets like William Shakespeare popularized this poetic form. Shakespeare's renowned collection of sonnets, published in 1609, further solidified the significance of the name. The sonnet continued to be an essential part of the literary landscape throughout the following centuries, with notable poets and writers crafting their own sonnets.

      In modern-day usage, the name Sonnet still resonates within the literary sphere, as it remains a recognized term for this specific poetic form. However, it has also extended beyond the realm of poetry to become a unique and distinctive given name. With its literary origins, the name Sonnet carries an air of creativity and elegance, appealing to individuals seeking a name with artistic connotations. Embraced by parents who appreciate both literature and its musicality, Sonnet has found a place among the myriad of names used today, sometimes symbolizing the poetic nature of life.

      Based on our records...

      Wade

      Wade

      This is the most common surname associated with Sonnet.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1939 is when there were the most people born with the first name Sonnet.

      Explore the origins of another name.