Unisex Name Indian · Sanskrit

SONAL

Pronunciation /SON-al/

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“golden”

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The Seeker
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GenderUnisex
OriginSanskrit
Starting soundSO
Numerology7 · The Seeker
Name-based RashiKanya (Virgo)
Traditional gemstoneEmerald
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S → Kanya (Virgo)
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Meaning of SONAL

SONAL is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin, popular among Indian families. It means “Golden”.

SONAL's Style

Sanskrit Indian Timeless Medium Unisex

SONAL at a Glance

Popularity
82/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
18/100
Pronunciation
88/100

SONAL is a popular, easy to pronounce, widely familiar name with a balanced character.

SONAL Popularity Graph

🇮🇳 India · rank by year (#1 = most popular)

#66#88#1092015201920232026
Status
Moderately Popular
Direction
↑ Rising
Est. Position
~#66

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SONAL Name Profile

Meaninggolden
OriginIndian · Sanskrit
GenderUnisex Name
First LetterS
Letters5
Syllables2
Baby Name Spot Popularity Score82/100

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