Sophronia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationso-FROH-nee-uh / səˈfroʊniəGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: wise; Latin: to be prudent
Historical & Cultural Background
Sophronia is derived from the Greek word 'sophrosyne', which means wisdom or prudence. The name has been used in various literary works, particularly during the Renaissance. It has a classic feel and has been associated with nobility and virtue throughout history.
Trend Summary
Sophronia has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a niche appeal.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sophronia was first seen in the United States in 1880. Sophronia has ranked as high as #435 nationally, which occurred in 1900, and has been most popular in Texas, Virginia, Georgia, Mississippi, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Sophronia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sophronia (1951)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 15 |
| 1881 | 16 |
| 1882 | 14 |
| 1883 | 11 |
| 1884 | 19 |
| 1885 | 16 |
| 1886 | 17 |
| 1887 | 17 |
| 1888 | 22 |
| 1889 | 17 |
| 1890 | 15 |
| 1891 | 13 |
| 1892 | 17 |
| 1893 | 19 |
| 1894 | 13 |
| 1895 | 26 |
| 1896 | 21 |
| 1897 | 15 |
| 1898 | 15 |
| 1899 | 19 |
| 1900 | 33 |
| 1901 | 10 |
| 1902 | 14 |
| 1903 | 24 |
| 1904 | 20 |
| 1905 | 11 |
| 1906 | 19 |
| 1907 | 19 |
| 1908 | 16 |
| 1909 | 19 |
| 1910 | 15 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 23 |
| 1913 | 22 |
| 1914 | 22 |
| 1915 | 27 |
| 1916 | 26 |
| 1917 | 20 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 24 |
| 1921 | 28 |
| 1922 | 26 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 17 |
| 1925 | 22 |
| 1926 | 27 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 20 |
| 1931 | 21 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 18 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |