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Sophia

Σοφία សុភា

wisdom

Female Greek / Modern American / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / Victorian English / Lati / Contemporary American / United States 3 syllables 0 popularity 0 favorites
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Name
Sophia
Origin
Greek / Modern American / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / Victorian English / Lati / Contemporary American / United States
Gender
Female
Meaning
wisdom
Detailed Meaning
Sophia is one of the most enduring names in the Western tradition, rooted in the Greek concept of wisdom as a divine and practical virtue. It was the name given to the personification of holy wisdom in early Christian and philosophical thought, lending it a spiritual depth beyond mere intellect. A child named Sophia is wished a life guided by insight, discernment, and a deep understanding of the world.
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Translations

greek
Σοφία
khmer
សុភា

Syllable Breakdown

1. so (prefix) 2. phi (middle) 3. a (suffix)
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Sophia Name Meaning and Style

Sophia is a female name of Greek / Modern American / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / Victorian English / Lati / Contemporary American / United States origin, meaning wisdom.

It appears in the Aesthetic, American, Ancient name collections and has 3 syllables. Browse the related Greek / Modern American / American / Contemporary U.S. / English-American / Victorian English / Lati / Contemporary American / United States names below for alternatives with a similar background.

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