Sonal

Meaning of Sonal

Sonal is a feminine name with origins in Hindi. The name is pronounced as soh-nuhl (/soʊˈnəl/). In recent years, the popularity of the name Sonal has been relatively stable in the United States. It ranked within the top 20 baby names in the 1990s, but has since declined in popularity. Despite this, Sonal remains a beautiful and unique name choice for parents looking for something with Indian heritage.

Pronunciation

Hindi

  • Pronunced as soh-nuhl (/soʊˈnəl/)

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Notable People Named Sonal

Sonal Chauhan is an Indian actress, singer, and model known for her work in Telugu and Hindi films, as well as for winning the titles of Femina Miss India and Miss World Tourism in 2005.
Sonal Mansingh is a renowned Indian classical dancer and Guru in Bharatanatyam and Odissi, honored with the Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan awards, and nominated as a Member of Parliament by the President of India.
Sonal Holland is the first Indian to receive the Master of Wine title and is a certified wine educator, specializing in saké and shochu, as well as a consultant, retailer, broadcaster, and founder of India Wine Awards.
Sonal Sehgal is an Indian actress known for her roles in Aashayein, Future to Bright Hai Ji, Mantostaan, and Lihaaf.
Sonal Bhadresh Shah is an American actress and voice artist, famous for her role as Dr. Sonja "Sunny" Dey on TV's Scrubs.
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