girl · Greek

Sophia

/SO-phia/

Meaning: Wisdom

Sophia at a glance

Meaning: Wisdom
Origin: Greek
Religion: Christian
Gender: girl
Pronunciation: SO-phia
Syllables: 2
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Sophya, Sofya, Sophyiya, Sophiaah, Sophee, Sophiya

Lucky details for Sophia

Number: 8
Color: Deep Indigo
Stone: Blue Sapphire
Flower: Iris
Day: Saturday
Planet: Saturn
Zodiac: Capricorn
Metal: Iron

Sophia is a Greek name meaning “wisdom”. Parents choose Sophia for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with determined, disciplined, plays the long game. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Sophia reduce to 8, a number linked with Saturn and with people who are resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal.

Numerology

Chaldean value 8 — Determined, disciplined, plays the long game.

Personality

Determined, disciplined, plays the long game

Positive Traits

Resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal

Negative Traits

Sets very high standards and can be hard on themselves

Career Suggestions

Finance, law, construction, administration, public service

Nicknames

Soph Sopi Sopy Soy

Middle Names

Saanvi Safiyi Sari

Sibling Names

Alexander Chreestoso Georgyosa Oryonie

Compatible Names

Alexia Calleest Elenni Kaaterinia Phoebeya Thaallia

FAQs about the name Sophia

What does the name Sophia mean?

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

Is Sophia a boy or girl name?

Sophia is most often used as a girl name today.

How do you pronounce Sophia?

Sophia is pronounced SO-phia (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Sophia?

The lucky number for Sophia is 8, ruled by Saturn.

What are good nicknames for Sophia?

Popular short forms include Soph, Sopi, Sopy, Soy.