Sota

♂ Boy

Pronounced SOH-tah /ˈsoʊtɑː/Medium

Meaning: A Japanese boy's name whose meaning shifts with the kanji chosen — commonly elements read 'sudden, quick' or 'soar, fly' with 'big, thick.' Popular in modern Japan.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp Japanese name: Sota shifts with its kanji, often 'sudden' or 'soar' (said 'SOH-tah'). Modern and popular in Japan.

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Origin MediumJapanese

MeaningA Japanese boy's name whose meaning shifts with the kanji chosen — commonly elements read 'sudden, quick' or 'soar, fly' with 'big, thick.' Popular in modern Japan.

U.S. rank (2025)#6094 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births15 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2015

Total births (all-time)≈ 214

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Sota is a modern Japanese boy's name whose sense depends on the kanji: elements can mean 'sudden, quick' or 'soar' paired with 'big.' It ranks among Japan's popular boys' names today. Crisp and warm (said 'SOH-tah').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly among Japanese families as a heritage pick. Modern, tidy, and warm.

Did you know? Sota is a popular modern Japanese boy's name whose meaning depends on the kanji written - readings can carry 'sudden, quick' or 'soar, fly' (said 'SOH-tah').

Overall data confidence 50%

References — Sota — Modern Japanese boy's name; meaning varies by kanji

Variations

SoutaSōta

Nicknames

SoSou

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Sota mean?

Sota is a Japanese name whose meaning depends on the kanji, often 'sudden' or 'soar.'

How do you pronounce Sota?

It's said SOH-tah /ˈsoʊtɑː/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Sota a boy or girl name?

Sota is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Sota?

Sota is popular in Japan and uncommon for boys in the U.S.