Sonia
girl name#1299 in 2025Sonia entered the US charts in 1895, peaked at #165 in 1976, ranks #1299 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1895–2025
#1299
rank today
#165
peak (1976)
171
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1449 |
| 1900s | #1272 |
| 1910s | #809 |
| 1920s | #685 |
| 1930s | #424 |
| 1940s | #469 |
| 1950s | #370 |
| 1960s | #242 |
| 1970s | #184 |
| 1980s | #266 |
| 1990s | #371 |
| 2000s | #588 |
| 2010s | #935 |
| 2020s | #1235 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sonia has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 58,500 people named Sonia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sonia alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sonia in 2025?
- Sonia ranks #1299 among US girl names in 2025, with 171 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sonia most popular?
- Sonia peaked in 1976, reaching #165 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sonia with classmates?
- Sonia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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