Sophia
Meaning of Sophia
The name Sophia, pronounced as soh-FEE-uh, is of Greek origin and means "wisdom." It has been a popular choice for baby girls in many cultures around the world. The name has ancient roots, being associated with Saint Sophia, a revered Christian martyr. Over the years, Sophia has consistently ranked high on baby name lists in the United States, reflecting its timeless appeal. Notably, it achieved the number one spot from 2011 to 2013 and has remained within the top ten ever since. A common variation of this elegant name is Sofia. With its rich history and beautiful meaning, Sophia continues to be a beloved choice for parents seeking a classic yet sophisticated name for their daughters.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as soh-FEE-uh (/səʊˈfiə/)
American English
- Pronunced as soh-FEE-uh (/soʊˈfiə/)
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Notable People Named Sophia
| Sophia Anna Bush is an American actress known for her roles in One Tree Hill and Chicago P.D., and as a producer and lead actress in Good Sam. |
| Sophia Bekele Eshete is a multifaceted entrepreneur, corporate executive, governance and risk management specialist, policy advisor on ICT, commentator, and philanthropist. |
| Sophia Loren, born Sofia Costanza Brigida Villani Scicolone, is an Italian actress and one of the last surviving major stars from classical Hollywood cinema. |
| Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen was a renowned Portuguese poet and writer whose remains have been interred in the National Pantheon since 2014. |
| Sophia Louisa Jex-Blake was a pioneering English physician, teacher, and feminist who led the campaign for women's access to university education and was the first practicing female doctor in Scotland. |
| Sophia Myles is an English actress known for her roles in Thunderbirds, Tristan & Isolde, Transformers: Age of Extinction, and the Underworld and Outlander film series. |
| Sophia Hayden was the first female graduate of the four-year program in architecture at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and an American architect. |
| Sophia Lillis is an American actress known for her roles in the horror films It and It: Chapter Two, as well as the Netflix series I Am Not Okay With This. |
| Sophia Anne Caruso is an award-winning American actress and singer known for her roles in Beetlejuice and The School for Good and Evil. |
| Sophia Wallace is an American conceptual artist and photographer, best known for her project "CLITERACY," which explores citizenship and body sovereignty through various artistic mediums. |
