Sonji
Pronunciation: [ s-AWNJ-ee ]
Sonji is a girl baby name. Ranked #28,414 in the US, popular nicknames include Son, Soy, and Sonie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Sonji first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 904 babies have been named Sonji in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sonji is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,414 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #28,414
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Sonji
Sonji is a girl name .
Sonji is currently ranked #28,414 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sonji include Son, Soy, and Sonie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sonji include Sonja . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis