Sofia
Sofia is derived from the Greek word 'sophia' meaning wisdom. This timeless name has been cherished across cultures for centuries and carries an air of grace and intelligence.
Current Popularity
#10 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Common spelling variation is Sophia with 'ph'
- •Easily pronounced across most languages
- •Popular internationally with consistent appeal
- •Strong literary and historical significance
- •Very popular - your child may share this name with classmates
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Sofia Vergara
Actress and television producer
Sofia Coppola
Film director and screenwriter
Queen Sofía of Spain
Former Queen of Spain
Sofia Kenin
Professional tennis player
Statistics
178,450
Total births since 1880
2015
Peak year
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