Sophia: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Drawn from the Greek word for wisdom, this name feels ancient and luminous all at once.
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #5
- Peak
- #1 in 2011
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 Sophia Means
Sophia is a girl name of Greek origin. Drawn from the Greek word for wisdom, this name feels ancient and luminous all at once.
How Popular Sophia Is
Sophia currently ranks #5 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 2011. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Sophia
- Reigned as the US number one name from 2011 to 2013.
- Sophia Loren brought Italian glamour to the name worldwide.
- The Hagia Sophia cathedral in Istanbul means Holy Wisdom.
Names Like Sophia
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Sophia
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Sophia.
Questions About Sophia
What does Sophia mean?
Sophia is a girl name of Greek origin. Drawn from the Greek word for wisdom, this name feels ancient and luminous all at once.
How popular is Sophia?
Sophia currently ranks #5 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 2011. It has held steady.
Where does Sophia come from?
Sophia comes from Greek roots. Reigned as the US number one name from 2011 to 2013.
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