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Sophia: Meaning & Origin

Sophia is a girl name of Greek origin meaning “Wisdom; Greek origin meaning "knowledge", "insight", and "understanding"”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 5% of baby names. With 3 syllables, it's elegant and melodic.

Pronunciation

so-FEE-ah

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

95/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 5% of popular names.

Nicknames

Sophie

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

28%
40
2010
29
Current
#37
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Sophia Grace
  • Sophia Rose
  • Sophia Belle

Famous Namesakes

  • Sophia Loren (legendary Italian actress and beauty icon)
  • Sophia Vergara (actress and businesswoman)
  • Sophia Bush (actress and activist)
  • Saint Sophia (early Christian martyr and saint)
  • Sophia Amoruso (entrepreneur and Nasty Gal founder)

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Sophia