Sonia Reisinger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Sonia Reisinger — Greek
105K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Sonia Reisinger is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Sonia is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Sonia is a feminine given name in many areas of the world including the West, Russia, Iran, and South Asia. Sonia and its variant spellings Sonja and Sonya are used in many countries, including Russia, as a diminutive for Sofiya (Greek Sophia "Wisdom"). The name was popularised in the English-speaking world by characters in the novels Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky (1866, English translation 1885) and War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy (1869, English translation 1886), and later by a 1917 bestselling novel, Sonia: Between Two Worlds, by Stephen McKenna. The surname Reisinger: Andreas Reisinger (born 1963), Austrian footballer Dan Reisinger (1934–2019), Israeli designer Eduard Reisinger (born 1957), Austrian canoeist J. Monroe Reisinger (1842–1925), American soldier Julius Reisinger (1828–1892), Russian Ballet choreographer Stefan Reisinger (born 1981), German footballer Wilhelm Reisinger (born 1958), German footballer Wolfgang Reisinger (1955–2022), Austrian jazz musician Isaac Singer (1811-1875), American inventor, actor, and businessman (his father's name was originally Adam Reisinger) Sonia is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 105K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Sonia reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Sonia

Greek

Sonia is a feminine given name in many areas of the world including the West, Russia, Iran, and South Asia. Sonia and its variant spellings Sonja and Sonya are used in many countries, including Russia, as a diminutive for Sofiya (Greek Sophia "Wisdom"). The name was popularised in the English-speaking world by characters in the novels Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky (1866, English translation 1885) and War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy (1869, English translation 1886), and later by a 1917 bestselling novel, Sonia: Between Two Worlds, by Stephen McKenna.

Surname: Reisinger

English

Andreas Reisinger (born 1963), Austrian footballer Dan Reisinger (1934–2019), Israeli designer Eduard Reisinger (born 1957), Austrian canoeist J. Monroe Reisinger (1842–1925), American soldier Julius Reisinger (1828–1892), Russian Ballet choreographer Stefan Reisinger (born 1981), German footballer Wilhelm Reisinger (born 1958), German footballer Wolfgang Reisinger (1955–2022), Austrian jazz musician Isaac Singer (1811-1875), American inventor, actor, and businessman (his father's name was originally Adam Reisinger)

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Sonia is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Sonia by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Sonia Reisinger

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Sonia Reisinger:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Sonia?
The first name Sonia originates from Greek. Sonia is a feminine given name in many areas of the world including the West, Russia, Iran, and South Asia. Sonia and its variant spellings Sonja and Sonya are used in many countries, including Russia, as a diminutive for Sofiya (Greek Sophia "Wisdom"). The name was popularised in the English-speaking world by characters in the novels Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky (1866, English translation 1885) and War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy (1869, English translation 1886), and later by a 1917 bestselling novel, Sonia: Between Two Worlds, by Stephen McKenna.
When was Sonia most popular?
The name Sonia reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Reisinger?
The surname Reisinger originates from English. Andreas Reisinger (born 1963), Austrian footballer Dan Reisinger (1934–2019), Israeli designer Eduard Reisinger (born 1957), Austrian canoeist J. Monroe Reisinger (1842–1925), American soldier Julius Reisinger (1828–1892), Russian Ballet choreographer Stefan Reisinger (born 1981), German footballer Wilhelm Reisinger (born 1958), German footballer Wolfgang Reisinger (1955–2022), Austrian jazz musician Isaac Singer (1811-1875), American inventor, actor, and businessman (his father's name was originally Adam Reisinger)
What are the origins of the name Sonia Reisinger?
The name Sonia Reisinger combines two different traditions: the first name Sonia has Greek roots, while the surname Reisinger originates from English.
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