Sonjia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sonjia is a Slavic name that means 'wisdom,' originating from the name Sophia. It has evolved through forms such as Sonya before arriving at Sonjia. The name reflects traits of intelligence and grace, with no biblical significance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is appreciated for its uniqueness in modern times.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sonjia"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɒn.dʒə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Sonjia is derived from the Slavic name Sonya, which is a diminutive form of Sophia, meaning 'wisdom.'
Meaning
wisdom
Language Evolution
Sophia, Sonya, Sonjia
Historical Usage
Sonjia gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Eastern European countries and among Slavic communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Sonya, Sophia, Sonia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sonjia is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with intelligence and grace.
Famous People
Sonjia Williams, a prominent artist, Sonjia Ritchie, a well-known author
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 55 peak births in 1967
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sonjia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Sonjia"
"Sonjia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3116th of 9204 | 154 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2267th of 12526 | 452 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2866th of 19264 | 403 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10206th of 27321 | 92 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28780th of 35406 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Sonjia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sonjia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
69.33% 1924th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- |
73.56% 2588th/3518 |
74.26% 3003rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sonjia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sonjia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Sonjia" in the United States
The name Sonjia is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sonjia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Sonjia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3116th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2267th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2866th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10206th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28780th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Sonjia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.