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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Wisdom
- Origin
- French (from Ancient Greek Σοφία / sophia, 'wisdom')
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- SO-fee
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
SO-feeIPA /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.
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FAQ
What does the name Sophie mean?
Wisdom. (Source: Wiktionary)
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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