Sofia
Sofia is a feminine name of Greek origin, meaning ‘wisdom’. It’s a variant of the name Sophia, which has been popular across many cultures for centuries.
Sofia Meaning
Wisdom
Historical Significance
Sofia has been a popular name for royalty and saints throughout history, including Saint Sofia, the mother of Faith, Hope, and Love.
Fun Fact
Sofia is the capital city of Bulgaria, named after the Hagia Sophia church.
Literature Reference
Sofia Petrovna is a novella by Russian author Lydia Chukovskaya, written in 1940 about the Great Purge in Stalin’s Soviet Union.
Music Reference
Sofia is a hit song by Alvaro Soler, released in 2016, which topped charts in several European countries.
Famous Namesakes
- Sofia Vergara: Actress, Model, known for Modern Family
- Sofia Coppola: Film Director, Screenwriter, Producer, known for Lost in Translation, The Virgin Suicides
Similar Names
Sophia, Sophie, Sonia, Sonya, Zoe
Sofia Nicknames
Sofi, Fia, Fifi
Related Names
Sibling Names
Isabella, Olivia, Emma, Ava, Mia, Alexander, Liam, Noah, Ethan, Lucas, Oliver, Mateo, Daniel, Gabriel, David, Adrian