Sofian Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationso-FEE-an / /soʊˈfiːən/Arabic; Persian; French
Meaning
wise; intelligent (Arabic); prosperous (Persian); derived from 'Sophie' (French)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Sofian is often associated with wisdom and intelligence, reflecting the value placed on knowledge. The Persian origin emphasizes prosperity and success, linking the name to positive attributes in various contexts. In French, Sofian is seen as a derivative of Sophie, which has been popularized through literature and culture, symbolizing wisdom.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Sofyan
- Sofiane
International Variants
- Sofiane (Arabic)
- Sofyan (Arabic)
- Sofian (French)
Famous people named Sofian
Sofian Bouchar — professional footballer.
Sofian Kiyine — professional footballer.
Sofian Amrabat — professional footballer.
Fictional characters named Sofian
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sofian was first seen in the United States in 1999. Sofian has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Sofian has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sofian
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |