Meaning of SONY

As sony-brand transistors became a huge hit oversea, the company changed its name to Sony in 1958. Sony is a combination of the Latin word ‘sonus’, which means ‘sound’ and ‘sonny’, a nickname for a small boy. This name reflects the company’s ambition to grow and corresponded to an image of vibrant youth. Sony issued ADRS (American Depository Receipt) on the New York Stock Exchange) in 1961, laying a stepping stone toward its development into a global company.