Sonja
Meaning of Sonja
Sonja is a feminine name with origins in both English and German. In English, it is pronounced as "SON-yuh" (/ˈsɑn.jə/), while in German, it is pronounced as "ZON-yah" (/ˈzoːn.ja/). The name has several variations, including Sonya and Sonia.
In terms of popularity, Sonja has been moderately used for baby girls in the United States. In recent years, its occurrence has ranged from 40 to 121 births per year. However, it's worth noting that the popularity of Sonja has declined over time. In the early 1900s, it ranked among the top 200 names but gradually fell out of favor. Despite this decline, Sonja remains a timeless and elegant choice for parents seeking a unique name with European charm.
The name Sonja carries no specific cultural or historical associations but exudes a sense of strength and grace. Its simplicity and international appeal make it suitable for families looking for a name that transcends borders and can be appreciated across different languages and cultures.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as SON-yuh (/ˈsɑn.jə/)
German
- Pronunced as ZON-yah (/ˈzoːn.ja/)
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Notable People Named Sonja
| Sonja Henie was a Norwegian figure skater and film star, known for her three Olympic championships and ten World championships. |
| Sonja Denise Plack, known as Sonja Sohn, is an American actress, activist, and filmmaker, famous for her role as Baltimore detective Kima Greggs in The Wire and her work with the Baltimore community initiative ReWired for Change. |
| Sonja Ziemann was a prominent German actress known for her work in film, television, and stage, with notable roles in both light-hearted and serious productions. |
| Sonja Morgan is a well-known American television personality, socialite, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, recognized for her role on The Real Housewives of New York City. |
| Sonja Bennett is a Canadian actress and screenwriter known for her roles in films like "Punch" and "Preggoland," as well as TV series such as "Godiva's" and "Cold Squad." |
| Sonja Savić was a renowned Serbian actress known for her distinctive voice and notable performances in 1980s Yugoslav films, later becoming a vocal critic of the country's cultural and political trajectory. |
| Sonja Buckley, a Swiss-born virologist, was the first person to culture Lassa virus, the causative agent of Lassa fever. |
| Sonja Hoel Perkins is a prominent venture capitalist, known for founding the Perkins Fund and co-founding Broadway Angels, with a notable career at Menlo Ventures prior to that. |
| Sonja Bernadotte - Sonja Anita Maria Bernadotte, Countess of Wisborg, was an estate manager and the second wife of Count Lennart Bernadotte. |
| Sonja Katharina Eichwede is a German lawyer and politician from the Social Democratic Party of Germany, who was elected to the Bundestag in the 2021 German federal election. |
| Sonja Gerhardt is a well-known German actress recognized for her performances in popular television series and the upcoming film Paranormal Activity: The Other Side. |
| Sonja van der Bliek is a Canadian ice hockey goaltender who currently plays with Brynäs IF in the SDHL. |
| Sonja Zietlow is a well-known German television presenter. |
| Sonja Richter is a Danish actress best known for her role in the 2002 film Open Hearts, which earned her nominations for the Bodil Award and the Robert Award. |
| Sonja Larsen is a former American politician from Iowa who served as a Republican in the Iowa House of Representatives for Ottumwa's 89th House District from 1979 to 1981. |
