Sohn
Pronunciation: [ s-AHN ]
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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
Sohn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 16 babies have been named Sohn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sohn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,879 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,879
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Irish Gaelic origin
"narrow strait or channel"
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Old Norse/French origin
"defender of the mountain"
#39,937 in US
Old Norse origin
"ever ruler, eternal king"
#39,859 in US
Hebrew origin
"fruitful, doubly fruitful"
#39,835 in US
Greek origin
"to tame, subdue"
#39,785 in US
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About the Name Sohn
Sohn is a boy name .
Sohn is currently ranked #39,879 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Sohn include Sohan . 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