Sonja
GirlGerman/Scandinavian
Sonja is a girl name of German/Scandinavian origin meaning "Wisdom, cleverness".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
German/Scandinavian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
9 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Wisdom, cleverness
Etymology
Derived from Old Norse name Sunna/Sunne, related to Old High German 'sunan' meaning 'sun', or possibly from Slavic 'son' meaning 'dream', or German 'sonne' meaning 'sun'.
Famous People Named Sonja
- Sonja Henie — Norwegian figure skater and actress (1912–1969)
- Sonja Lang — Canadian writer and hyperpolyglot (born 1978)
- Sonja Gerhardt — German film and television actress
- Sonja Ziemann — German actress (1926–2020)
- Sonja Sohn — American actress, activist (b. 1964)
Frequently Asked Questions About Sonja
What does the name Sonja mean?
Sonja means "Wisdom, cleverness", and is of German/Scandinavian origin.
What is the origin of the name Sonja?
Sonja originates from German/Scandinavian, commonly used in Europe.
Is Sonja a boy or girl name?
Sonja is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Sonja associated with?
Sonja is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Sonja?
Yes — notable people named Sonja include Sonja Henie (Norwegian figure skater and actress, 1912–1969), Sonja Lang (Canadian writer and hyperpolyglot, born 1978), Sonja Gerhardt (German film and television actress), Sonja Ziemann (German actress, 1926–2020) and Sonja Sohn (American actress, b. 1964).
Last updated: June 2026