Sohana

“beautiful”

Hindi origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#17276US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

125All-time births

📅 Since 200600

How to pronounce Sohana

SOH·HAN·uh

/ˈsoʊ.ˈhæn.ə/ · stress on SOH · 3 syllables

“beautiful”

Hindi origin · Girl name

What does Sohana mean and where does it come from?

Sohana has roots in both Hindi and Arabic languages. In Hindi, it expresses beauty, while in Arabic it conveys the sense of glowing or shining. The name is common in South Asian cultures and is often used among Urdu-speaking communities.

Cultural significance

Sohana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hindi-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beautiful.

Peak popularity

Reached #7756 in 2017 — currently #17276 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Sohana?

Sohana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Sohana Grace

How popular is Sohana right now?

Falling — down 6985 spots — currently #17276 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#17276 · Top 13%

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#17276	5	▼ down 6985 · -50% births
2022	#10291	10	▲ up 4722 · +67% births
2021	#15013	6	▼ down 2061 · -14% births
2020	#12952	7	▼ down 2937 · -36% births
2015	#10015	11	▲ up 4688 · +57% births
2010	#14703	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Sohana

Best Year2015Rank #10015

Peak Count11

Average Rank#13375

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Sohana

Sohana is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2006. With 125 total births recorded, Sohana remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #14703 in 2010, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #17276 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Sohana in 2017:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Sohana by decade

Sohana peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	34
2010s ★	84
2020s	7

💎Sohana has only 125 total recorded births since 2006 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Sohana?

Common

SohSohieSohyAna

What names sound and feel like Sohana?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Sohana also consider these

Solana

Spanish · Sunshine, sunshine place

Italy · From the word

Common questions about the name Sohana

What does the name Sohana mean?

Sohana means "beautiful" — a name rooted in Hindi tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Sohana?

Sohana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Sohana?

Sohana originates from Hindi tradition. Hindi names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Sohana?

Sohana is a three-syllable name pronounced S OW1 HH AE1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Sohana?

Sohana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hindi heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.