Sonora
girl name#2998 in 2025Sonora entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #2733 in 1992, ranks #2998 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
#2998
rank today
#2733
peak (1992)
55
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4118 |
| 1930s | #4255 |
| 1940s | #4518 |
| 1950s | #4773 |
| 1960s | #5078 |
| 1970s | #6395 |
| 1980s | #10634 |
| 1990s | #4982 |
| 2000s | #5305 |
| 2010s | #3745 |
| 2020s | #3004 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sonora has been most popular in CA, TX, AZ.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Sonora are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sonora alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sonora in 2025?
- Sonora ranks #2998 among US girl names in 2025, with 55 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sonora most popular?
- Sonora peaked in 1992, reaching #2733 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sonora with classmates?
- Sonora will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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