Sophy
Meaning of Sophy
Sophy is a feminine name with British and American English pronunciations. In both English variations, it is pronounced as SOH-fee (/ˈsəʊ.fi/ in British English and /ˈsoʊ.fi/ in American English). Sophy is a variant of the popular names Sophia and Sophie. The name has its origin in Greek, where it means "wisdom." It carries associations with intelligence, knowledge, and elegance.
In the United States, the name Sophy has been given to a modest number of newborn girls over the years. While it hasn't reached high ranks on baby name charts, it has remained consistently used. In recent years, there have been around 7 to 12 occurrences annually. Although less common than its variants Sophia and Sophie, Sophy still maintains its charm as an alternative choice for parents seeking a unique yet classic name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as SOH-fee (/ˈsəʊ.fi/)
American English
- Pronunced as SOH-fee (/ˈsoʊ.fi/)
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Notable People Named Sophy
| Sophy Burnham is a versatile American writer known for her work as an author, playwright, essayist, and poet. |
| Sophy Ridge is an English broadcast journalist known for her work at Sky News. |
