Sonal
Sonal is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,357 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
Sonal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 592 babies have been named Sonal in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sonal is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,357 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,357
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Sonal
Sonal is a girl name .
Sonal is currently ranked #35,357 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sonal include Son, Soy, and Sonie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sonal include Sona . 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