Sophie

At a Glance: Name: Sophie – Meaning: wisdom – Origin: French (from Ancient Greek Σοφία / sophia, 'wisdom') – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: SO-fee

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Sophie is the French form of Sophia, tracing back to the Ancient Greek word sophia, meaning wisdom. It's pronounced SO-fee (/ˈsoʊfi/) and falls into the timeless, classic style category. For parents who want a name with one clear, well-documented meaning behind it, wisdom is the whole story here.

Meaning & Origin of Sophie

Meaning: Wisdom.

Origin: French (from Ancient Greek Σοφία / sophia, 'wisdom').

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Sophie

Phonetic: SO-fee   IPA: /ˈsoʊfi/

Popularity of Sophie

Sophie peaked at #51 in 2011 with 4,732 babies given the name, and by 2024 it had eased to #60 with 3,574 babies — a gradual slide rather than a sharp drop.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Sophie mean?

Wisdom. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Sophie)

How do you pronounce Sophie?

Sophie is pronounced SO-fee (IPA: /ˈsoʊfi/).

Is Sophie a popular name right now?

Sophie peaked at #51 in 2011 and is ranked #60 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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