Girl
Sophie
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About Sophie
A classic name that has graced generations while never feeling outdated, Sophie embodies timeless charm and European sophistication. The name's French origins have made it beloved across cultures and continents, consistently ranking among favorites worldwide. Sophie possesses an effortless elegance that translates beautifully in any language, making it ideal for multicultural families or those who appreciate international appeal. Its simple two-syllable structure makes it easy for young children to pronounce and spell, yet it carries enough substance to command respect in professional environments. The name has been borne by royalty, artists, and intellectuals throughout history, providing rich associations without feeling pretentious. Sophie works wonderfully as both a given name and nickname, offering flexibility while maintaining its integrity. Parents who choose Sophie are selecting something proven and reliable, a name that has stood the test of time for good reason. It's approachable yet refined, sweet yet strong, familiar yet never boring.
Popularity of the Name Sophie
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #159 | ||||
| 1881 | #171 | ||||
| 1882 | #155 | ||||
| 1883 | #164 | ||||
| 1884 | #163 | ||||
| 1885 | #165 | ||||
| 1886 | #152 | ||||
| 1887 | #166 | ||||
| 1888 | #169 | ||||
| 1889 | #172 | ||||
| 1890 | #168 | ||||
| 1891 | #166 | ||||
| 1892 | #178 | ||||
| 1893 | #163 | ||||
| 1894 | #173 | ||||
| 1895 | #173 | ||||
| 1896 | #172 | ||||
| 1897 | #151 | ||||
| 1898 | #182 | ||||
| 1899 | #163 | ||||
| 1900 | #163 | ||||
| 1901 | #153 | ||||
| 1902 | #171 | ||||
| 1903 | #159 | ||||
| 1904 | #150 | ||||
| 1905 | #153 | ||||
| 1906 | #156 | ||||
| 1907 | #146 | ||||
| 1908 | #133 | ||||
| 1909 | #144 | ||||
| 1910 | #133 | ||||
| 1911 | #125 | ||||
| 1912 | #117 | ||||
| 1913 | #113 | ||||
| 1914 | #100 | ||||
| 1915 | #97 | ||||
| 1916 | #101 | ||||
| 1917 | #100 | ||||
| 1918 | #108 | ||||
| 1919 | #109 | ||||
| 1920 | #129 | ||||
| 1921 | #136 | ||||
| 1922 | #153 | ||||
| 1923 | #159 | ||||
| 1924 | #170 | ||||
| 1925 | #190 | ||||
| 1926 | #203 | ||||
| 1927 | #215 | ||||
| 1928 | #235 | ||||
| 1929 | #251 | ||||
| 1930 | #287 | ||||
| 1931 | #309 | ||||
| 1932 | #327 | ||||
| 1933 | #367 | ||||
| 1934 | #404 | ||||
| 1935 | #409 | ||||
| 1936 | #455 | ||||
| 1937 | #460 | ||||
| 1938 | #502 | ||||
| 1939 | #547 | ||||
| 1940 | #527 | ||||
| 1941 | #532 | ||||
| 1942 | #623 | ||||
| 1943 | #704 | ||||
| 1944 | #757 | ||||
| 1945 | #753 | ||||
| 1946 | #785 | ||||
| 1947 | #794 | ||||
| 1948 | #813 | ||||
| 1949 | #750 | ||||
| 1950 | #811 | ||||
| 1951 | #787 | ||||
| 1952 | #854 | ||||
| 1953 | #927 | ||||
| 1954 | #943 | ||||
| 1955 | #963 | ||||
| 1984 | #933 | #53 | #340 | ||
| 1985 | #803 | #57 | #232 | ||
| 1986 | #791 | #43 | #197 | ||
| 1987 | #751 | #40 | #180 | ||
| 1988 | #749 | #25 | #165 | ||
| 1989 | #631 | #31 | #182 | ||
| 1990 | #605 | #28 | #117 | ||
| 1991 | #557 | #39 | #80 | #64 | |
| 1992 | #484 | #20 | #63 | #69 | |
| 1993 | #454 | #19 | #63 | #73 | |
| 1994 | #414 | #15 | #58 | #72 | |
| 1995 | #379 | #16 | #41 | #78 | |
| 1996 | #330 | #12 | #29 | #72 | |
| 1997 | #267 | #3 | #8 | #23 | #71 |
| 1998 | #255 | #4 | #11 | #17 | #74 |
| 1999 | #184 | #7 | #8 | #18 | #62 |
| 2000 | #160 | #5 | #6 | #17 | #48 |
| 2001 | #151 | #6 | #6 | #16 | #48 |
| 2002 | #149 | #5 | #5 | #9 | #41 |
| 2003 | #151 | #5 | #2 | #6 | #43 |
| 2004 | #135 | #3 | #4 | #7 | #42 |
| 2005 | #136 | #3 | #6 | #7 | #38 |
| 2006 | #124 | #4 | #3 | #5 | #33 |
| 2007 | #82 | #6 | #2 | #5 | #13 |
| 2008 | #75 | #4 | #1 | #6 | #11 |
| 2009 | #65 | #2 | #1 | #1 | #10 |
| 2010 | #59 | #2 | #1 | #1 | #10 |
| 2011 | #51 | #4 | #3 | #2 | #11 |
| 2012 | #52 | #5 | #2 | #2 | #14 |
| 2013 | #76 | #7 | #4 | #3 | #17 |
| 2014 | #91 | #6 | #6 | #2 | #23 |
| 2015 | #104 | #8 | #4 | #4 | #27 |
| 2016 | #109 | #9 | #9 | #6 | #27 |
| 2017 | #106 | #14 | #9 | #5 | #27 |
| 2018 | #98 | #13 | #17 | #5 | #24 |
| 2019 | #85 | #19 | #6 | #4 | #27 |
| 2020 | #75 | #20 | #9 | #4 | #15 |
| 2021 | #76 | #26 | #12 | #4 | #23 |
| 2022 | #63 | #32 | #10 | #4 | #16 |
| 2023 | #60 | #40 | #14 | #4 | #18 |
| 2024 | #60 | #43 | #13 | #3 | #18 |
| 2025 | #55 | #48 | #12 | #7 | #18 |
| 1958 | #324 | ||||
| 1962 | #239 | ||||
| 1964 | #345 | ||||
| 1968 | #357 | ||||
| 1970 | #379 | #445 | |||
| 1971 | #320 | ||||
| 1972 | #326 | #311 | |||
| 1973 | #299 | #345 | |||
| 1974 | #188 | #556 | |||
| 1975 | #275 | #565 | |||
| 1976 | #180 | #490 | |||
| 1977 | #184 | #464 | |||
| 1978 | #181 | #361 | |||
| 1979 | #194 | #329 | |||
| 1980 | #177 | #479 | |||
| 1981 | #230 | #345 | |||
| 1982 | #127 | #331 | |||
| 1983 | #101 | #266 | |||
| 1967 | #392 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Sophie
Names Similar to Sophie
Nicknames for Sophie
- Soph
- Sophy
- Phie
- Fee
Famous People Named Sophie
| Sophie Turner | English actress known for playing Sansa Stark in "Game of Thrones" |
| Sophie Scholl | German anti-Nazi political activist during World War II |
| Sophie Germain | French mathematician and physicist |
| Sophie Marceau | French actress and director |
| Sophie Ellis-Bextor | British singer and songwriter |
| Sophie Okonedo | British actress and Oscar nominee |
| Sophie Blanchard | French balloonist and the first woman to work as a professional balloonist |
| Sophie Monk | Australian singer, actress, and model |
| Sophie Taeuber-Arp | Swiss artist and one of the leading figures of the Dada movement |
| Sophie Aldred | British actress known for her role as Ace in "Doctor Who" |
Characters Named Sophie
| Sophie Hatter | From "Howl's Moving Castle" by Diana Wynne Jones |
| Sophie Neveu | From "The Da Vinci Code" by Dan Brown |
| Sophie Sheridan | From the musical "Mamma Mia!" |
| Sophie Zawistowski | From the novel "Sophie's Choice" by William Styron |
| Sophie-Anne Leclerq | From the TV series "True Blood" |
| Sophie Devereaux | From the TV series "Leverage" |
| Sophie Fyne | From the movie "Agent Cody Banks" |
| Sophie Moore | From the TV series "The Mentalist" |
| Sophie Casterwill | From the animated series "Huntik - Secrets & Seekers" |
| Sophie Mol | From the movie "The BFG" |