s(o)-fia
By Baby Names Content Team Content Writer
Updated March 29, 2024
Fact Checked by Rhayn Abner
US Popularity
:49
Origin
Other Origin(s)
Meaning
:Wisdom
Sofia is a girl’s name of Greek origin. It is a variant of Sophia, which comes directly from the Greek word σοφία, meaning “wisdom.” While both spellings are popular, Sofia is more fashionable in Italy and throughout the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking worlds. It is also the capital of Bulgaria and the name of arthouse film director Sofia Coppola. Sofia has a touch of European elegance and Old World romance that will resonate with parents looking for something trendy yet worldly for their new baby girl.
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Sofia Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Sofia
is currently#181 on The Bump
Girl:Sofia
is currently#78 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Sofia
is currently#49 in U.S. births
Girl:Sofia
is currently#11 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#
49
in
2022
+ 12
from
2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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Sources
Online Etymology Dictionary, Sophia, July 2018
WordSense, Sofia
WordSense, Sophia
Britannica, Sofia, national capital, Bulgaria, November 2023
IMDb, Sofia Coppola
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