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Sofia

Meaning: Wisdom

About Sofia

Sofia is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Wisdom,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Sophia, Sophie. Indicative pronunciation: so-FEE-a. Popular note: Classic, global favorite. When considering Sofia, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Greek

Variants

Sophia, Sophie

Pronunciation

so-FEE-a

Popularity note

Classic, global favorite

FAQ — Sofia

What does the name Sofia mean?

Short meaning: Wisdom. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Sofia?

Most associated origin: Greek.

Are there variants of Sofia?

Related forms: Sophia, Sophie.