Sonya
GirlSonya is a girl's name of Russian (from Greek) origin meaning "Russian diminutive of Sophia, from the Greek word for wisdom.". It is pronounced SOHN-yuh. Today it is a popular name (popularity 94/100) and fading.
Russian (from Greek) origin · /SOHN-yuh/ · international
Meaning: Russian diminutive of Sophia, from the Greek word for wisdom.
Insights
Most popular in the 1960s.
Today, Sonya is one of the most common baby names (popularity 94/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Sonya
What does Sonya mean?
Sonya means "Russian diminutive of Sophia, from the Greek word for wisdom.". It is of Russian (from Greek) origin.
Is Sonya a boy or girl name?
Sonya is traditionally a girl's name.
How popular is Sonya?
Sonya is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 94/100. It was most popular in the 1960s.
How is Sonya pronounced?
Sonya is pronounced SOHN-yuh.
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