Sophy Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSO-fee / /ˈsoʊ.fi/Greek; English
Meaning
Greek: wisdom; English: variant of Sophie
Historical & Cultural Background
Sophy is a variant of the name Sophie, which has Greek origins meaning 'wisdom.' The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Europe. It has been used since the Middle Ages and has been associated with several saints. The name has also gained popularity in modern times, often reflecting a trend towards classic names.
Trend Summary
Sophy has seen a resurgence in popularity as part of the trend towards classic and vintage names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sophie
- Sophia
International Variants
- Sofia (Spanish)
- Sophie (French)
- Sofía (Spanish)
- Sofija (Serbian)
Famous people named Sophy
Sophy Burnham is an American author known for her works on spirituality and personal growth.
Sophy Henn is a British author and illustrator recognized for her children's books.
Sophy of Wessex is a member of the British royal family, married to Prince Edward.
Sophy Chen is a Chinese artist known for her contemporary artwork.
Fictional characters named Sophy
Sophy Hargreaves is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper.
Sophy is a character in the book 'The Grand Sophy' by Georgette Heyer, known for her strong-willed personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sophy was first seen in the United States in 1912. Sophy has ranked as high as #1266 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Sophy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sophy (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |