Sophie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSO-fee / /ˈsoʊ.fi/Greek; French
Meaning
Wisdom (Greek); Knowledge (French)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sophie has its roots in the Greek word 'sophia,' meaning wisdom. It became popular in the Middle Ages and has been widely used in various cultures. In France, Sophie gained prominence in the 18th century and has remained a favored name in many countries. The name is often associated with intelligence and sophistication.
Trend Summary
Sophie has consistently ranked among the top names for girls in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sophie
- Sophia
- Sofia
International Variants
- Sofia (Spanish)
- Sophie (French)
- Sofía (Spanish)
- Sofija (Slavic)
Famous people named Sophie
Sophie Turner is an English actress known for her role as Sansa Stark in the television series 'Game of Thrones.'.
Sophie Marceau is a French actress and director recognized for her performances in films such as 'La Boum' and 'Braveheart.'.
Sophie Kinsella is a British author best known for her 'Shopaholic' series.
Sophie Germain was a French mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to number theory and elasticity.
Fictional characters named Sophie
Sophie Hatter is a character in the novel 'Howl's Moving Castle' by Diana Wynne Jones, known for her transformation into an elderly woman.
Sophie is a character in the animated film 'The BFG,' where she befriends a giant.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sophie was first seen in the United States in 1880. Sophie has ranked as high as #137 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Sophie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sophie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 431 | |
| TX | 285 | |
| NY | 204 | |
| FL | 186 | |
| PA | 140 | |
| IL | 140 | |
| NJ | 118 | |
| VA | 116 | |
| OH | 111 | |
| MA | 111 | |
| NC | 105 | |
| GA | 97 | |
| WA | 94 | |
| UT | 93 | |
| TN | 77 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 83 |
| 1881 | 78 |
| 1882 | 110 |
| 1883 | 103 |
| 1884 | 120 |
| 1885 | 125 |
| 1886 | 156 |
| 1887 | 149 |
| 1888 | 171 |
| 1889 | 172 |
| 1890 | 206 |
| 1891 | 203 |
| 1892 | 203 |
| 1893 | 235 |
| 1894 | 234 |
| 1895 | 240 |
| 1896 | 258 |
| 1897 | 308 |
| 1898 | 259 |
| 1899 | 278 |
| 1900 | 338 |
| 1901 | 324 |
| 1902 | 279 |
| 1903 | 311 |
| 1904 | 359 |
| 1905 | 374 |
| 1906 | 384 |
| 1907 | 451 |
| 1908 | 523 |
| 1909 | 496 |
| 1910 | 621 |
| 1911 | 671 |
| 1912 | 989 |
| 1913 | 1,122 |
| 1914 | 1,584 |
| 1915 | 2,112 |
| 1916 | 2,198 |
| 1917 | 2,382 |
| 1918 | 2,300 |
| 1919 | 2,200 |
| 1920 | 1,965 |
| 1921 | 1,865 |
| 1922 | 1,582 |
| 1923 | 1,490 |
| 1924 | 1,372 |
| 1925 | 1,102 |
| 1926 | 953 |
| 1927 | 883 |
| 1928 | 708 |
| 1929 | 632 |
| 1930 | 524 |
| 1931 | 425 |
| 1932 | 378 |
| 1933 | 300 |
| 1934 | 262 |
| 1935 | 251 |
| 1936 | 198 |
| 1937 | 204 |
| 1938 | 178 |
| 1939 | 150 |
| 1940 | 170 |
| 1941 | 174 |
| 1942 | 145 |
| 1943 | 119 |
| 1944 | 103 |
| 1945 | 100 |
| 1946 | 110 |
| 1947 | 120 |
| 1948 | 114 |
| 1949 | 131 |
| 1950 | 116 |
| 1951 | 128 |
| 1952 | 116 |
| 1953 | 104 |
| 1954 | 105 |
| 1955 | 106 |
| 1956 | 99 |
| 1957 | 85 |
| 1958 | 102 |
| 1959 | 88 |
| 1960 | 95 |
| 1961 | 84 |
| 1962 | 94 |
| 1963 | 107 |
| 1964 | 88 |
| 1965 | 101 |
| 1966 | 92 |
| 1967 | 97 |
| 1968 | 89 |
| 1969 | 83 |
| 1970 | 83 |
| 1971 | 66 |
| 1972 | 73 |
| 1973 | 64 |
| 1974 | 76 |
| 1975 | 74 |
| 1976 | 60 |
| 1977 | 83 |
| 1978 | 73 |
| 1979 | 73 |
| 1980 | 77 |
| 1981 | 74 |
| 1982 | 92 |
| 1983 | 135 |
| 1984 | 158 |
| 1985 | 207 |
| 1986 | 212 |
| 1987 | 239 |
| 1988 | 251 |
| 1989 | 334 |
| 1990 | 373 |
| 1991 | 421 |
| 1992 | 512 |
| 1993 | 552 |
| 1994 | 601 |
| 1995 | 697 |
| 1996 | 854 |
| 1997 | 1,081 |
| 1998 | 1,216 |
| 1999 | 1,685 |
| 2000 | 2,101 |
| 2001 | 2,173 |
| 2002 | 2,245 |
| 2003 | 2,231 |
| 2004 | 2,388 |
| 2005 | 2,440 |
| 2006 | 2,784 |
| 2007 | 3,988 |
| 2008 | 4,065 |
| 2009 | 4,267 |
| 2010 | 4,416 |
| 2011 | 4,732 |
| 2012 | 4,581 |
| 2013 | 3,752 |
| 2014 | 3,394 |
| 2015 | 2,952 |
| 2016 | 2,875 |
| 2017 | 2,837 |
| 2018 | 2,948 |
| 2019 | 3,185 |
| 2020 | 3,315 |
| 2021 | 3,329 |
| 2022 | 3,521 |
| 2023 | 3,589 |
| 2024 | 3,574 |