Sophie
Sophie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsəʊfi/
Meaning and origin of Sophie
- A female given name from French Sophie, equivalent to English Sophia of Ancient Greek origin.
- A diminutive of the female given name Sophia.
How popular is Sophie?
Since 1880, 138,577 girls and 117 boys in the U.S. have been named Sophie (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #51 in 2011. Its highest rank for boys was #1521 in 1907. In 2025 it ranked #55 for girls, with 3,984 babies given the name.
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Sophie FAQ
What does the name Sophie mean?
A female given name from French Sophie, equivalent to English Sophia of Ancient Greek origin. A diminutive of the female given name Sophia.
What is the origin of the name Sophie?
Sophie is listed as a name of French Sophie origin.
How popular is the name Sophie?
Since 1880, 138,577 girls and 117 boys in the U.S. have been named Sophie (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #51 in 2011. Its highest rank for boys was #1521 in 1907. In 2025 it ranked #55 for girls, with 3,984 babies given the name.
Is Sophie a boy or girl name?
Sophie is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 138,577 girls and 117 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.