A 1960s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Soni since 1946
Babies named Soni per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 13 |
| 1950s | 42 |
| 1960s | 97 |
| 1970s | 66 |
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 20 |
| 2020s | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Soni is a short, bright name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1946. It achieved its highest popularity in 1965, when it reached its peak year. After a decline, it has been on a resurgence since 2015, with a notable revival during the 1960s. In the latest year (2025), its rank stands at 14,942 with a frequency of 1 in 321,453 births. The name's origins are unclear, but it likely draws from Spanish or Italian roots suggesting 'sunny'. Soni has not been recorded in any top states, indicating a broad but sparse distribution. Its simplicity and cheerful sound have contributed to its enduring, if niche, appeal.
Soni is likely a modern coinage inspired by names like Sonya (a diminutive of Sophia) or the Spanish/Italian word 'soni' meaning 'sunny'. It emerged as a given name in the mid-20th century, first recorded in the U.S. in 1946. The name saw modest popularity in the 1960s, peaking in 1965, and has been rising again since 2015.
“Soni” around the world
Where Soni 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: Son
Sibling names for Soni
Names that share Soni's style, for a brother or sister.
