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Sophia

Detailed analysis and trends

Basic Statistics

Rank
#6
Birth %
0.75%
2024 Births
12,088

Same Name in Class

Class of 20
6.5%
Class of 50
16.5%
Class of 100
30.8%
Popularity Over Time
Historical trends and 5-year forecast
Historical
Forecast
Popularity by State
0.53%
0.97%

Most popular in:

1. Tennessee0.97%
2. Illinois0.97%
3. Delaware0.96%
4. Arizona0.94%
5. Minnesota0.94%
Name Details
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Wisdom
Category:Classical
Trend:falling
Peak Year:2012
Etymology:

From Greek 'sophia'

Historical Popularity

Actual rankings in previous decades

1990Rank #251

Much less common in earlier decades

2000Rank #42

Well established

2010Rank #2

Approaching peak popularity

2020Rank #5

Peak contemporary popularity

Peak: 1.268% in 2012

Name History & Cultural Context

Historical Background

Sophia has Greek classical origins, meaning "Wisdom". Names from classical antiquity often experience cyclical popularity as they represent both tradition and sophistication.

Contemporary Usage

Currently one of the most popular names in America, ranking #6 with 12,088 births in 2024. This name represents contemporary naming trends and has broad cultural appeal.

Statistical Insights

Reached its peak popularity in 2012 with 1.268% of births. Has 21 years of historical data from 2004 to 2024. Current usage represents 59% of its historical peak.

Trend Analysis

Gradually decreasing in popularity, which is natural for names that have had periods of high popularity. This creates opportunities for parents seeking a familiar name with reduced frequency.

Has 21 years of historical data from 2004 to 2024