Sofie
Meaning of Sofie
The name Sofie is a charming and timeless choice for a baby girl, with roots deeply embedded in various cultures. Originating from the Greek word "sophia," meaning wisdom, Sofie has enjoyed widespread popularity across Europe and beyond. Pronounced as SOH-fee in Danish, Dutch, English, Norwegian, and Swedish, this elegant name carries a sense of grace and intelligence. A variant of the more commonly known Sophie, Sofie offers a slightly unique twist while maintaining its classic appeal.
In the United States, Sofie has seen fluctuating popularity over the years but consistently remains a beloved choice among parents. For example, in 2023 it ranked 1371 with 163 occurrences. The name's enduring appeal can be attributed to its simplicity and elegance, making it suitable for both contemporary and traditional settings.
Sofie is often associated with qualities such as wisdom, sophistication, and gentleness. It evokes images of literary heroines and historical figures known for their intellect and poise. Whether you're drawn to its cultural richness or its melodic sound, Sofie is a beautiful name that stands the test of time.
Pronunciation
Danish,Dutch
- Pronunced as SOH-fee (/ˈsoːfiə/)
English
- Pronunced as SOH-fee (/ˈsoʊ.fi/)
Norwegian,Swedish
- Pronunced as SOH-fee (/ˈsuːfiə/)
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Notable People Named Sofie
| Sofie Hagen is a multi-talented London-based Danish comedian, author, podcaster, and fashion designer known for her advocacy in fat acceptance. |
| Sofie Clarice Dossi is a multi-talented American entertainer known for her contortionist, aerialist, and dancing skills, as well as her popular YouTube channel. |
| Sofie Herzog was an early Texas physician and the first woman to work as the head surgeon in the American rail industry, known for developing her own method of bullet removal. |
| Sofie Fatouretchi Royer, also known as Sofie Royer, is a talented artist and musician signed to Stones Throw, born in California to Iranian and Austrian parents. |
| Sofie Junge Pedersen is a Danish professional footballer known for her role as a defensive midfielder for Inter Milan and the Denmark national team. |
| Sofie Stange Cappelen is a Norwegian actress known for her work in the entertainment industry. |
| Sofie Natalie Skoog is a Swedish high jumper who represented Sweden at the 2015 IAAF World Championships and the 2016 Summer Olympics, and currently trains with IF Göta Karlstad under coach Stefan Holm. |
| Sofie Svava is a Danish professional footballer known for playing for Real Madrid and the Denmark national team, with previous stints at FC Rosengård and Brøndby IF. |
| Sofie Bloch Jørgensen is a Danish football player who plays as a forward for Genoa in Italian second division Serie B and has appeared for the Denmark women's national under-19 football team. |
| Sofie Skott Dahl is a Danish ice hockey player who represents the Danish national team and plays for the Vermont Catamounts women's ice hockey program in the NCAA Division I. |
| Thora Gerda Sofie Castenschiold, a Danish tennis player in the early 20th century, made history as the first woman to represent Denmark at the Olympics. |
| Sofie Karoline Haugen is a Norwegian speed skater who won a bronze medal in team sprint at the 2018 European Speed Skating Championships and participated in multiple World Allround Speed Skating Championships. |
| Sofie Schjøtt was a Norwegian jurist. |
| Sofie Johansson is a Swedish orienteering competitor who won a bronze medal in the relay event at the 2008 World Orienteering Championships and finished 6th in the long distance at the same championship. |
| Sofie Vendelbo Laursen is a Danish footballer currently playing for the German team 1. FC Köln. |
