Sophia
Meaning: Wisdom — the highest of all virtues in ancient philosophy
Origin: Greek — from sophia (σοφία), wisdom
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #80
Total births: 7,128
History: Sophia surged in the 2010s to become one of Australia's top names. The name's Greek meaning 'wisdom' appeals to education-conscious Australian parents. Sophia represents the global naming trend reaching Australia — sophisticated, international, and timeless.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #6 |
| Babies named Sophia in 2025 | 286 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 7,128 |
| Peak year | 2012 (415 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #6 |
| Years in records | 1997–2025 (28 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 3 spots |
Frequently asked about Sophia
What does the name Sophia mean?
Sophia means “Wisdom — the highest of all virtues in ancient philosophy” from Greek — from sophia (σοφία), wisdom roots.
What is the origin of the name Sophia?
Sophia has Greek — from sophia (σοφία), wisdom origin. The traditional meaning is “Wisdom — the highest of all virtues in ancient philosophy”.
How popular is Sophia in Australia?
Sophia ranked #6 in Australia in 2025 — given to 286 babies that year.
When was Sophia most popular?
Sophia peaked in 2012 with 415 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Sophia a boy or girl name?
Sophia is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Sophias in registered births are female.
How long has Sophia been recorded in Australia?
Sophia appears in birth records in Australia across 28 years — from 1997 through 2025.