Sota
boy name#5861 in 2025Sota entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #4407 in 2015, ranks #5861 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
#5861
rank today
#4407
peak (2015)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8871 |
| 2000s | #9368 |
| 2010s | #7964 |
| 2020s | #8566 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sota has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 200 people named Sota are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sota is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sota in 2025?
- Sota ranks #5861 among US boy names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sota most popular?
- Sota peaked in 2015, reaching #4407 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sota with classmates?
- Sota will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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