Gold
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'svarna', meaning gold. It is a popular name in India and across the South Asian diaspora, symbolizing value, brightness, and preciousness. In some Slavic contexts, it is also used as a diminutive of Sonja or Sophia, meaning wisdom.
Less common today
Sona isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,724 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Indian playback singer and music composer
Media personality and longtime assistant to Conan O'Brien
The Maven of the Strings, a musical champion · League of Legends
American professional boxer
