Sofia: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
The international spelling of wisdom, warm and welcoming across cultures.
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #12
- Peak
- #12 in 2017
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Sofia Means
Sofia is a girl name of Greek origin. The international spelling of wisdom, warm and welcoming across cultures.
How Popular Sofia Is
Sofia currently ranks #12 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #12 in 2017. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Sofia
- Sofia Vergara helped give this spelling mainstream appeal in America.
- The capital of Bulgaria has borne this name for centuries.
- Sofia the First, the Disney princess, made it a hit with young children.
Names Like Sofia
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Sofia
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Sofia.
Questions About Sofia
What does Sofia mean?
Sofia is a girl name of Greek origin. The international spelling of wisdom, warm and welcoming across cultures.
How popular is Sofia?
Sofia currently ranks #12 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #12 in 2017. It has held steady.
Where does Sofia come from?
Sofia comes from Greek roots. Sofia Vergara helped give this spelling mainstream appeal in America.
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