Sonora Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationso-NOR-uh / səˈnɔːrəSpanish; Native American
Meaning
Spanish: 'sonorous'; Native American: 'a place of sound'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sonora is derived from the Spanish word for 'sonorous', which means producing a deep or ringing sound. It is also associated with the Sonoran Desert in North America, which has cultural significance for various Native American tribes. The name reflects a connection to nature and the environment, particularly in regions where it is used.
Trend Summary
The name Sonora has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sonoretta
International Variants
- Sonora (Spanish)
- Sonore (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sonora was first seen in the United States in 1924. Sonora has ranked as high as #1314 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Arizona, and Oregon. In the past 5 years the name Sonora has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sonora (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 41 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 39 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 37 |
| 2016 | 43 |
| 2017 | 53 |
| 2018 | 52 |
| 2019 | 59 |
| 2020 | 47 |
| 2021 | 47 |
| 2022 | 60 |
| 2023 | 62 |
| 2024 | 56 |