What does Szofia mean and where does it come from?
Szofia is a variant of the name Sophia, which has Greek origins meaning 'wisdom' (σοφία). It is widely used across various cultures, especially in Eastern Europe, where it can be spelled in various forms, such as Sofia or Sophia. The name has been popular throughout history and is associated with ma
Cultural significance
Szofia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hungarian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hungarian.
Peak popularity
Reached #19132 in 2014 — currently #1774 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Szofia?
Szofia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Szofia Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Szofia Rose
Floral · soft ending
Szofia Mae
Sweet · timeless
Szofia Claire
French influence · crisp
Szofia Jane
Literary · strong
Szofia Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Szofia right now?
Holding steady — currently #1774 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2023 | #1774 | 426 | ▲ up 5 · +5% births |
| 2022 | #1779 | 406 | ▲ up 5 · +8% births |
| 2021 | #1784 | 376 | — |
The story of Szofia
Szofia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2014. With 5 total births recorded, Szofia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #1784 in 2021 to #1774 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Szofia in 2014:
💎Szofia has only 5 total recorded births since 2014 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Szofia?
Common
SzoSzofSzofieSzofyOfia
What names sound and feel like Szofia?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Szofia also consider these
Common questions about the name Szofia
What does the name Szofia mean?
Szofia means "Hungarian" — a name rooted in Hungarian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Szofia?
Szofia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Szofia?
Szofia originates from Hungarian tradition. Hungarian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Szofia a common or rare name?
Szofia is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
What are good nicknames for Szofia?
Szofia naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.