• A statue of Sophia, the personification of wisdom, in the Celsus Library in Ephesus, Turkey. A depiction of Saint Sophia and Her Three Daughters, Faith, Hope and Charity...
  • Gender and Popularity: Sophia is a name that is primarily given to girls or females.
  • From its profound impact on literature and art to its enduring popularity as a symbol of beauty and elegance, the name Sophia continues to captivate hearts and...
  • The name Sophia has its roots in the Greek word for wisdom, "sophia."
  • ...'Hagia Sophia' meaning 'holy wisdom' and its Latin equivalent 'Sancta Sophia' as a person's name 'Saint Sophia' may have given rise to the Eastern cult.
  • In Greece, Sophia is a very common name and is often given to baby girls in honor of the country’s rich history and culture.
  • A long time Greek classic, the name suddenly appeared in the U.S top 100 circa 2000, and budged itself into the # 6 spot in 2007. Sophia comes directly from the...
  • Sophia is a very prominent first name for women (#441 out of 4276, Top 10%) and a slightly less prominent last name for both adults and children...
  • In the contemporary English-speaking world, Sophia has become wildly popular as a given name, where it is noted for its graceful femininity and European flare.