Sofiya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationso-FEE-uh / /səˈfiːjə/Hebrew; Slavic; Greek
Meaning
wisdom (Hebrew); peace (Slavic); wisdom (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Sofiya is derived from 'Chokmah,' meaning wisdom, often associated with the biblical figure of wisdom. In Slavic cultures, it is linked to the word for peace, reflecting a serene and harmonious nature. The Greek origin also ties back to the concept of wisdom, making it a name with rich philosophical connotations.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Sophia
- Sofya
- Sophie
International Variants
- Sofia (Italian)
- Sofía (Spanish)
- Sofija (Serbian)
Famous people named Sofiya
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Fictional characters named Sofiya
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sofiya was first seen in the United States in 1994. Sofiya has ranked as high as #1280 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Sofiya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sofiya (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 17 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 42 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 52 |
| 2009 | 48 |
| 2010 | 47 |
| 2011 | 67 |
| 2012 | 46 |
| 2013 | 58 |
| 2014 | 61 |
| 2015 | 49 |
| 2016 | 53 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 48 |
| 2019 | 61 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 58 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 74 |
| 2024 | 80 |