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Sondos

SON-dohs · Of uncertain origin; possibly derived from Arabic 'sundus' meaning 'silk brocade' or a kind of fine fabric.

2025 rank (girls)
#10,917
Babies named in 2025
8
Peak popularity
2022
2025 frequency
1 in 200,908 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2008

Rising since 2008, #10,917 for girls today.

Popularity of Sondos since 1999

Babies named Sondos per year in U.S. Social Security records.

5914200020102020Most births 2022Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s5
2000s25
2010s65
2020s37

Meaning & origin

Sondos entered the U.S. Social Security Administration's baby name data in 1999, a relatively recent arrival compared to many established names. Its rank of 10,917 in 2025 corresponds to approximately 1 in 200,908 newborns, indicating a rare but gradually increasing presence. The name experienced its peak popularity in 2022, reflecting a steady upward trajectory that began around 2008. While top state data is not available for this uncommon name, its rise likely parallels growing cultural diversity and the influence of Arabic names in American naming practices. With its soft sound and evocative possible meaning of 'silk brocade,' Sondos offers a distinctive choice that carries a subtle nod to Islamic heritage.

The name Sondos is believed to be of Arabic origin, possibly from the word 'sundus' (سندس), referring to a type of fine silk brocade mentioned in the Quran (Surah Al-Insan: 21). As a given name, it has been used primarily in Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities, gaining modest popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.

Sondos” around the world

Where Sondos lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    5

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Sondo, Soso

Sibling names for Sondos

Names that share Sondos's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Layla, Yara, Noor, Hana, Aisha

Brothers: Omar, Zayn, Adam, Yusuf, Tariq

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Sondos mean?
Sondos is thought to derive from the Arabic word 'sundus', meaning a fine silk fabric, often associated with the garments of paradise in Islamic tradition.
How popular is the name Sondos?
In 2025, Sondos ranked 10,917th in the United States, with about 1 in every 200,908 newborn girls given the name. Its popularity has been rising since 2008 and peaked in 2022.
Is Sondos a boy or girl name?
Sondos is almost exclusively used as a feminine name.