How Many People Are Named Sokhna?
Complete statistics for the name Sokhna: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Sokhna means 'respected woman' in Wolof, giving it a noble origin. Only 294 people named Sokhna live in the US today, making up just 1 in 1,124,017 Americans. It's a rising name, peaking in 2024 with 23 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 symbolizes freedom, adventure, and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 14All 296 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Sokhna Through the Generations
Sokhna, a name steeped in respect and tradition, has seen a surge in popularity, especially among younger generations. With only 294 Sokhnas alive in the US, the name remains very rare, but its presence is growing. The majority of Sokhnas are under 30, indicating a modern trend that's likely to continue as the name gains traction.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Sokhna's Wolof roots
📄 About the Name Sokhna
How Many People Have the Name Sokhna?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 294 people in the United States currently share the name Sokhna. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,124,017 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Sokhna a Common or Rare Name?
Sokhna is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Sokhna Mean?
Sokhna means "respected woman" and comes from Wolof origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Sokhna in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Sokhna Most Popular?
The name Sokhna reached peak popularity in 2024, with 23 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Sokhna?
Approximately 294 people named Sokhna live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 296. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,124,017 Americans.
Is Sokhna a rare name?
Sokhna is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,124,017 Americans has this name.
What does the name Sokhna mean?
Sokhna means "respected woman" and comes from Wolof origins.
Is Sokhna more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Sokhna are male and 100% are female.
When was Sokhna most popular?
Sokhna peaked in 2024 with 23 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.