Sonya Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSON-yah / ˈsɒn.jəRussian; Slavic
Meaning
Wisdom; Knowledge
Historical & Cultural Background
Sonya is a diminutive form of the name Sophia, which has roots in Greek. The name has been popular in various Slavic countries, particularly in Russia. It has been used as a standalone name and is often associated with qualities of wisdom and intelligence.
Trend Summary
The name Sonya has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sonja
International Variants
- Sonia (Spanish)
- Sonia (Italian)
- Sonia (French)
- Sonja (German)
Famous people named Sonya
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Fictional characters named Sonya
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sonya was first seen in the United States in 1962. Sonya has ranked as high as #1104 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Sonya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sonya
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 18 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |