Soniya
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Soniya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 341 babies have been named Soniya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Soniya is past its peak , currently ranked #34,193 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,193
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Soniya
Soniya is a girl name .
Soniya is currently ranked #34,193 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Soniya include Son, Soni, Soniy, Soniie, Soy, Soie, and Sonkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Soniya include Sonia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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