girl · Greek

Sofya

/SO-fya/

Meaning: Wisdom

Sofya at a glance

Meaning: Wisdom
Origin: Greek
Religion: Christian
Gender: girl
Pronunciation: SO-fya
Syllables: 2
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Sophia, Sophi, Sophyiya, Sophiaah, Sophee, Sophiya

Lucky details for Sofya

Number: 3
Color: Royal Purple
Stone: Yellow Sapphire
Flower: Lily
Day: Thursday
Planet: Jupiter
Zodiac: Sagittarius
Metal: Tin

Sofya is a Greek name meaning “wisdom”. It is a spelling variant of Sophia and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Sofya for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with expressive, curious, endlessly sociable. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Sofya reduce to 3, a number linked with Jupiter and with people who are optimistic, funny, quick to learn language and music.

Numerology

Chaldean value 3 — Expressive, curious, endlessly sociable.

Personality

Expressive, curious, endlessly sociable

Positive Traits

Optimistic, funny, quick to learn language and music

Negative Traits

Can scatter energy across too many interests at once

Career Suggestions

Writing, media, teaching, law, travel and tourism

Nicknames

Sofi Sofy Soy

Middle Names

Saanvi Safiyiah Sariah

Sibling Names

Alexander Chreestoso Georgyosa Oryonie

Compatible Names

Alexia Calleestiya Elen Kaaterinah Phoeben Thaallia

FAQs about the name Sofya

What does the name Sofya mean?

Sofya means “wisdom” and comes from a Greek root.

Is Sofya a boy or girl name?

Sofya is most often used as a girl name today.

How do you pronounce Sofya?

Sofya is pronounced SO-fya (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Sofya?

The lucky number for Sofya is 3, ruled by Jupiter.

What are good nicknames for Sofya?

Popular short forms include Sofi, Sofy, Soy.