Sans Normal Raney 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Applied Sans' by Monotype, 'Pragmatica' by ParaType, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, kids, headlines, stickers, playful, friendly, handmade, cartoonish, bubbly, fun display, handmade feel, friendly branding, bold impact, casual tone, rounded, chunky, soft, irregular, blobby.
A chunky, rounded sans with heavy, soft-edged strokes and an intentionally irregular, hand-shaped outline. Curves dominate the construction, with swollen bowls and rounded terminals that keep corners blunt rather than sharp. Stroke thickness stays broadly consistent while the contour wobbles slightly, creating a lively, organic texture. Spacing and widths feel loosely drawn, and counters are compact but clear, giving the alphabet a dense, poster-like silhouette.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as posters, titles, product packaging, labels, stickers, and social graphics where a fun, informal voice is desired. It can also work for children’s materials and casual branding, especially when set at larger sizes where the playful contour texture can be appreciated.
The overall tone is warm, humorous, and approachable—more like marker lettering or cut-paper shapes than a polished geometric display. Its uneven edges and bouncy rhythm suggest informality and a kid-friendly, snackable energy that reads as cheerful rather than serious.
The font appears designed to deliver an approachable display voice with a deliberately imperfect, hand-rendered finish—prioritizing charm and personality over strict geometric precision. Its rounded forms and thick presence aim to create immediate visibility and a friendly, cartoon-like character in branding and headline settings.
The design relies on silhouette recognition: many letters are simplified into stout, rounded forms, with distinctive, quirky details (like bulbous joins and softened diagonals) that reinforce the handmade character. The numeral set matches the same inflated, friendly feel, with bold, rounded figures designed to pop at a glance.