Sofia

Sofia is a Greek girl's name. Alternative spelling of Sophia meaning "wisdom." International variant popular in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries.

How popular is Sofia in the United States?

In 2024, 8,094 girls in the United States were named Sofia, making it the 10th most popular girl's name that year.

Its position has held steady, at 12th a decade earlier.

Its busiest year on record was 2015, with 9,708 births.

Records for Sofia go back to 1881, and 178,628 babies have been given the name since.

What Sofia means and where it comes from

Alternative spelling of Sophia meaning "wisdom." International variant popular in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. Its international appeal and flowing syllables feel both elegant and warm.

Sofia is of Greek origin, described as international and classic in style.

Is Sofia a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Sofia went to 8,094 girls and 5 boys — over 99% girls.

In practice it reads as a girls' name in the US.

Sibling name ideas for Sofia

Names of the same origin for a brother, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Sofia mean?

Alternative spelling of Sophia meaning "wisdom." International variant popular in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries.

Where does the name Sofia come from?

Sofia is of Greek origin, and is usually described as international and classic in style.

How popular is Sofia in the United States?

In 2024, 8,094 girls in the United States were named Sofia, making it the 10th most popular girl's name that year.

Is Sofia a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Sofia went to 8,094 girls and 5 boys — over 99% girls. In practice it reads as a girls' name in the US.

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