Sofonias
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Sofonias first appeared in US Social Security records in 2022.
Over 7 babies have been named Sofonias in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sofonias is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #16,009 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,009
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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Biblical Hebrew origin
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About the Name Sofonias
Sofonias is a boy name .
Sofonias is currently ranked #16,009 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sofonias include Sof, Soy, Sofie, and Sofoie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis