Sonja
girl name#3903 in 2025Sonja entered the US charts in 1906, peaked at #180 in 1938, ranks #3903 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1906–2025
#3903
rank today
#180
peak (1938)
37
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1727 |
| 1910s | #2330 |
| 1920s | #1858 |
| 1930s | #610 |
| 1940s | #322 |
| 1950s | #414 |
| 1960s | #271 |
| 1970s | #330 |
| 1980s | #600 |
| 1990s | #1112 |
| 2000s | #1685 |
| 2010s | #2066 |
| 2020s | #3025 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sonja has been most popular in MN, CA, WA.
Living bearers
About 33,000 people named Sonja are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sonja alive today was born around 1967, making them about 58 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sonja in 2025?
- Sonja ranks #3903 among US girl names in 2025, with 37 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sonja most popular?
- Sonja peaked in 1938, reaching #180 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sonja with classmates?
- Sonja will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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