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Sonja
GirlMeaning of Sonja: Greek: 'wisdom'
Sonja is a girl's name most strongly associated with Swedish naming. It has 5 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 3805th most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#3805
37 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
39,557
First recorded 1906 · peak 1967
Trend
falling
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
0% boys · 100% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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