Sonya
Meaning
Wisdom
Origin
Slavic
Pronunciation
/ˈsəʊniə/
Traits associated with the name Sonya:
Dogs named Sonya tend to be loving, good-natured, brave, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Sonya?
That you have a creative and unique sense of style. Sonya is an uncommon name for a dog, so it suggests that you like to stand out and express yourself in a unique way.
Is Sonya a good dog name?
Sonya has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Sonya isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Sonya is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Sonya was, in the past month, the 4600th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Sonya is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Sonya was viewed 57 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Sonya's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Sonya is most adored in Minnesota, Nebraska and Tennessee.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Texas and Arizona.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Sonya.
Most popular breeds named Sonya:
- Labrador Retriever
- Rottweiler
- Beagle
- Doberman Pinscher
- American Staffordshire Terrier
Sonya is found in these categories:
cute
Evokes a playful vibe, reminiscent of the charming Mortal Kombat character.
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