Sophronia

Q: What is the origin of Sophronia?

Sophronia is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Sophronia?

According to the latest SSA data, Sophronia is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Sophronia a girl name?

Sophronia is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Sound-minded"

From Greek sōphrōn meaning sound-minded or temperate, reflecting classical virtue naming in later Christian contexts.

Themes:wisdomtemperancegreekvirtue

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Popularity History of Sophronia

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Sophronia Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Sophronia.

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Sopie

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Soph

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sopy

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soph

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sie

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onia

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niay

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Baby Name Lists That Include Sophronia

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Sophronia mean?

Sophronia means "Sound-minded". From Greek sōphrōn meaning sound-minded or temperate, reflecting classical virtue naming in later Christian contexts.

What is the origin of Sophronia?

Sophronia is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Sophronia?

According to the latest SSA data, Sophronia is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Sophronia a girl name?

Sophronia is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Sophronia?

Popular nicknames for Sophronia include Sopie, Soph, sopy, soph, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Sophronia?

There are many names similar to Sophronia in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek

Syllables4

Length9 letters

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withS

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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