Sophia: name meaning and origin

Sophia

wisdom

Greek · Girl · 3 syllables

Sophia is a Greek name meaning "wisdom". It has 3 syllables, stressed on phi, and is traditionally a girl's name.

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Sibling names for Sophia

  • Sophia & Athena Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Sophia & Alfred Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Sophia & Bodhi Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Sophia & Emmett Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Sophia & Hugo Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Sophia & Idris Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Sophia & Calliope Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Sophia & Chloe Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

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Questions about Sophia

What does the name Sophia mean?

Sophia is a Greek name meaning "wisdom".

How many syllables are in Sophia?

Sophia has 3 syllables (So-phi-a), with the stress usually on "phi".

Is Sophia a boy's or girl's name?

Sophia is traditionally a girl's name.