Sophia
βWisdomβ β A beautiful name of Greek origin
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Popularity data sourced from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
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Sophia is a luminous Greek name meaning "wisdom." It radiates intelligence, grace, and timeless beauty. Sophia feels regal yet warm β a name that carries centuries of heritage with ease.
Sophia comes from the Greek word "sophia" meaning wisdom. It was the name of an early saint and became royal through European monarchies β multiple queens and princesses bore this name. The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, meaning "Holy Wisdom," is one of the most famous buildings in the world. The name has been in the top 5 in the US since 2006.
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β Famous People Named Sophia
Sophia Loren
Legendary Italian actress and icon
Sofia Vergara
Colombian-American actress, Modern Family
Sofia Coppola
Academy Award-winning filmmaker
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What does Sophia mean?
Sophia is a Greek name meaning "wisdom." It has been associated with knowledge, learning, and intellectual beauty since ancient times.
Is Sophia or Sofia more popular?
Both spellings are extremely popular. Sophia (with ph) ranks slightly higher in the US, but Sofia (with f) is also in the top 20 and is the preferred spelling in many other countries.
Is Sophia a royal name?
Yes! Sophia has been used by European royalty for centuries. There have been queens, princesses, and empresses named Sophia in the Greek, British, Spanish, and Prussian royal families.