The nameSonya
Sonya is a girl's name, a Russian diminutive of Sofia.
- Girl's name
- Greek
Meaning
Like Sophia, it comes from the Greek sophia, "wisdom".
Origin
Greek, through Russian.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 1980s and 1990s, alongside the more common spelling Sonia.
Popularity of the name Sonya
Sonya in France
3556thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
1991peak year (25 births)
895babies named Sonya in France since 1900
Sonya was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 180 births over the decade, 20% of all recorded babies named Sonya. Its rise began around 1931, and it peaked in 1991. Half of all babies named Sonya in France were born before 1990.
Variants and related names
Sonya in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sonya mean?
Like Sophia, it comes from the Greek sophia, "wisdom".
What is the origin of the name Sonya?
Greek, through Russian.
Is Sonya a girl's or a boy's name?
Sonya is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Sonya?
Variants and related names of Sonya include Sofia and Sonja.