Name:
Sophia
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
Greek
Meaning:
Sophia originates in Greek language and means "woman of wisdom". It has always been one of the most popular feminine given names in the Western world and it is currently number 2 in popularity in the United States. Sophia was the name of an early Christian martyr and has been a popular name among royalty over centuries. The famous bearers include the Italian actress Sophia Loren and the American director Sofia Coppola.
Pronunciation:
so-FEE-É™
The Five Elements:
Water
Also Spelled Like...:
Sofia
Sofy
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Sonia
Soph
Sophie
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Zosia
Famous Sophia:
Sophia Loren : actess
Sophia Bush : actress
Sophia Myles : actress
Sophia Ali : actress
Sophia Fahs : published author
Sophia Hensley : writer
Sophia Morrison : writer