Sofija Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationso-FEE-yah / /səˈfiːjə/Slavic; Greek; Latin
Meaning
wisdom (Slavic); wisdom (Greek); wisdom (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
Sofija is a name of Slavic origin, commonly associated with the word for 'wisdom' in various Slavic languages. In Greek, the name is linked to 'Sophia,' which has been a significant figure in early Christian texts and philosophy, symbolizing divine wisdom. The Latin variant also derives from the Greek, emphasizing the name's long-standing cultural importance across different regions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Sofia
- Sophia
- Sofya
- Sofija
International Variants
- Sofia (Italian)
- Sofía (Spanish)
- Sofija (Serbian)
- Sofie (Dutch)
Famous people named Sofija
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sofija was first seen in the United States in 1999. Sofija has ranked as high as #1350 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Illinois, and California. In the past 5 years the name Sofija has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sofija (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 17 |