Names Starting With S
GirlGreek#5 in 2025
Sophia
Sophia is a girls' name of Greek origin meaning “Wisdom.” It ranked #5 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
soh-FEE-uh
Meaning & Origin
The name Sophia means “Wisdom.” It comes from the Greek language tradition.
From the Greek 'sophia' (wisdom). The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul means 'Holy Wisdom.' One of the most popular names worldwide.
Popularity Over Time
#52020
#62021
#52022
#52023
#52024
#52025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #5 |
| 2024 | #5 |
| 2023 | #5 |
| 2022 | #5 |
| 2021 | #6 |
| 2020 | #5 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Sophia
- Sophia Loren
- Sofia Coppola
- Sofia Vergara
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