Wisdom
Sonya is a Russian diminutive of Sophia, which is derived from the Greek word for wisdom. It became popular in the English-speaking world in the late 19th century, partly due to its use in Russian literature.
About 100 girls were named Sonya in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
British-American actress known for the series Lost
Special Forces officer and video game protagonist · Mortal Kombat
American educator and mother of NBA players Stephen and Seth Curry
Self-sacrificing heroine in Dostoevsky's novel · Crime and Punishment
Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States
The same feel as Sonya — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
