Sonia Wimberly

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Sonia Wimberly — Greek
105K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Sonia Wimberly 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 Wimberly: Surname Abner Wimberly (1926–1976), American football player Anthony Wimberly (born 1962), American serial killer Benjie E. Wimberly (born 1964), American politician Byron Wimberly (1892–1956), American football player and coach Corey Wimberly (born 1983), American baseball player and manager Don Wimberly (born 1937), American Episcopal bishop Douglas Wimberley (1896–1983), British Army officer George J. Wimberly (1914–1995), American architect John Wimberley (born 1945), American photographer and artist Lorris M. 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: Wimberly

English

Surname Abner Wimberly (1926–1976), American football player Anthony Wimberly (born 1962), American serial killer Benjie E. Wimberly (born 1964), American politician Byron Wimberly (1892–1956), American football player and coach Corey Wimberly (born 1983), American baseball player and manager Don Wimberly (born 1937), American Episcopal bishop Douglas Wimberley (1896–1983), British Army officer George J. Wimberly (1914–1995), American architect John Wimberley (born 1945), American photographer and artist Lorris M.

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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 Wimberly

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 Wimberly:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Personality Number

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

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 Wimberly?
The surname Wimberly originates from English. Surname Abner Wimberly (1926–1976), American football player Anthony Wimberly (born 1962), American serial killer Benjie E. Wimberly (born 1964), American politician Byron Wimberly (1892–1956), American football player and coach Corey Wimberly (born 1983), American baseball player and manager Don Wimberly (born 1937), American Episcopal bishop Douglas Wimberley (1896–1983), British Army officer George J. Wimberly (1914–1995), American architect John Wimberley (born 1945), American photographer and artist Lorris M.
What are the origins of the name Sonia Wimberly?
The name Sonia Wimberly combines two different traditions: the first name Sonia has Greek roots, while the surname Wimberly originates from English.
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