Sonja Reid

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Sonja Reid — French
45K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Sonja Reid is a name that combines French origins. The first name Sonja is a feminine given name of French origin. Sonia (name), a feminine given name (lists people named, Sonia, Sonja and Sonya) Sonia (actress), Indian film actress in Malayalam and Tamil films Sonia (Bangladeshi actress), Bangladeshi actress and model Sonia (singer), British pop singer Sonia Evans Sonia, pen name of Ottavia Vitagliano (1894–1975), an Italian writer Sonia, code-name of Ursula Kuczynski, also known as Beurton, a spy for the USSR Sonia Ben Ammar, French fashion model, actress and singer known mononymously as SONIA Sonia people, an ethnic group on the Great Papuan Plateau of Papua New Guinea Sonia, the allied code name for th. The surname Reid: Reid is a surname of Scottish origin. It means "red". People with the surname Alec Cunningham-Reid (1895–1977), British politician Alexandra Reid (born 1992), American singer Amanda Reid (born 1996), Australian Paralympic athlete Amanda Reid (taxonomist), Australian biologist Amy Sanderson née Reid (1876–1931), Scottish suffragette Andy Reid (born 1958), American professional football coach Angella Reid, White House Chief Usher Anne Cooke Reid (1907–1997), African American stage director and academic Anthony Reid (born 1957), British racing driver Anthony Reid (academic) (1939–2025), New Zeala. Sonja is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 45K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Sonja reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Sonja

French

Sonia (name), a feminine given name (lists people named, Sonia, Sonja and Sonya) Sonia (actress), Indian film actress in Malayalam and Tamil films Sonia (Bangladeshi actress), Bangladeshi actress and model Sonia (singer), British pop singer Sonia Evans Sonia, pen name of Ottavia Vitagliano (1894–1975), an Italian writer Sonia, code-name of Ursula Kuczynski, also known as Beurton, a spy for the USSR Sonia Ben Ammar, French fashion model, actress and singer known mononymously as SONIA Sonia people, an ethnic group on the Great Papuan Plateau of Papua New Guinea Sonia, the allied code name for th.

Surname: Reid

Meaning: red

Scottish

Reid is a surname of Scottish origin. It means "red". People with the surname Alec Cunningham-Reid (1895–1977), British politician Alexandra Reid (born 1992), American singer Amanda Reid (born 1996), Australian Paralympic athlete Amanda Reid (taxonomist), Australian biologist Amy Sanderson née Reid (1876–1931), Scottish suffragette Andy Reid (born 1958), American professional football coach Angella Reid, White House Chief Usher Anne Cooke Reid (1907–1997), African American stage director and academic Anthony Reid (born 1957), British racing driver Anthony Reid (academic) (1939–2025), New Zeala.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Sonja 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 Sonja by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Sonja Reid

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 Sonja Reid:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

2
Personality Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

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 Sonja?
The first name Sonja originates from French. Sonia (name), a feminine given name (lists people named, Sonia, Sonja and Sonya) Sonia (actress), Indian film actress in Malayalam and Tamil films Sonia (Bangladeshi actress), Bangladeshi actress and model Sonia (singer), British pop singer Sonia Evans Sonia, pen name of Ottavia Vitagliano (1894–1975), an Italian writer Sonia, code-name of Ursula Kuczynski, also known as Beurton, a spy for the USSR Sonia Ben Ammar, French fashion model, actress and singer known mononymously as SONIA Sonia people, an ethnic group on the Great Papuan Plateau of Papua New Guinea Sonia, the allied code name for th.
When was Sonja most popular?
The name Sonja reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Reid?
The surname Reid originates from Scottish. Reid is a surname of Scottish origin. It means "red". People with the surname Alec Cunningham-Reid (1895–1977), British politician Alexandra Reid (born 1992), American singer Amanda Reid (born 1996), Australian Paralympic athlete Amanda Reid (taxonomist), Australian biologist Amy Sanderson née Reid (1876–1931), Scottish suffragette Andy Reid (born 1958), American professional football coach Angella Reid, White House Chief Usher Anne Cooke Reid (1907–1997), African American stage director and academic Anthony Reid (born 1957), British racing driver Anthony Reid (academic) (1939–2025), New Zeala.
What are the origins of the name Sonja Reid?
The name Sonja Reid combines two different traditions: the first name Sonja has French roots, while the surname Reid originates from Scottish.
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