Sonnia

Russian and Scandinavian variation of Sophia

"wisdom"

Sonnia Origin and Meaning

The name Sonnia is a girl's name.

Sonnia is a feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variant of Sonia or Sonya, which derive from the Russian diminutive of Sophia, meaning 'wisdom.' Alternatively, it could connect to the Latin 'somnia' meaning 'dreams.' The double 'n' spelling distinguishes it from more common variants, giving it a unique visual appeal. Sonnia has a warm, melodic sound and remains relatively uncommon across English-speaking countries. The name carries a slight exotic quality while remaining easy to pronounce. In some contexts, it may also relate to the word 'sunny,' adding positive associations of brightness and warmth to this distinctive feminine name.