Sonja is a girl's name of Scandinavian origin meaning “Wisdom; Greek origin meaning "knowledge", "insight", and "understanding".” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Son. As of 2026, Sonja ranks #894 among girls' names in the United States and has held a steady level of popularity. Its highest US ranking was #178 in 1938.
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SOHN-yah
Phonetic spelling
Currently #894 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Sonja means “Wisdom; Greek origin meaning "knowledge", "insight", and "understanding".” It is a girl's name of Scandinavian origin.
Sonja is pronounced SOHN-yah.
Sonja is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Sonja currently ranks #894 among girls' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Sonja include Son.
Middle names that pair well with Sonja include Sonja Rose, Sonja Grace, Sonja Marie, Sonja Jane.
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