Sotera
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Sotera first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 11 babies have been named Sotera in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sotera is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,691 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #37,691
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Sotera
Sotera is a girl name .
Sotera is currently ranked #37,691 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sotera include Sot, Sote, Sotey, Soteie, Soy, Soie, and Sotkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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