Sonie is an unusual and unique given name, of unclear origin. It has gained some popularity as a female name in recent years but remains relatively rare compared to more traditional names. Sonie could potentially be considered a diminutive form of the Latin name Sophia, which means "wisdom," though it's not commonly used in this context. Alternatively, it might be derived from the French name Sonia or the Slavic name Sonja, both of which are variants of Sophia as well. The name Sonie has no specific meaning assigned to it, allowing those who choose this name for their child to attribute their own personal significance to it. With only a few variations in spelling, such as Sonny and Sonnye, Sonie stands out as a distinctive choice for a given name.
The name Sonie experienced a peak in popularity during the late 1970s and early 1980s, with a total of 56 babies born with this name between 1937 and 1981. However, it is important to note that this name was relatively uncommon throughout most of this period, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded in eight out of the nine years listed. The name's highest point of popularity occurred in 1971, when 9 babies were given the name Sonie.