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Name Origin

Sonya is a feminine given name of Russian origin, typically considered a diminutive of Sofia or Sophia, meaning 'wisdom'.

russianfemininewisdomsofiasophiadiminutive

Famous People

Sonya Walger (1974-)

Actress

  • Known for her roles in 'Lost' and 'The Mentalist'

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