Sophie
Meaning: Wisdom — gentle intelligence and quiet grace
Origin: French form of Sophia — from Greek sophia (σοφία), wisdom
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #24
Total births: 13,296
History: Sophie surged in the 2000s as an elegant alternative to Sophia in Australia. Sophie Monk became one of Australia's most recognizable personalities. The name represents Australian women who balance sophistication with the famous Aussie laid-back attitude.
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| Current rank (2025) | #22 |
| Babies named Sophie in 2025 | 189 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 13,296 |
| Peak year | 2011 (519 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #5 |
| Years in records | 1985–2025 (41 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 7 spots |
Frequently asked about Sophie
What does the name Sophie mean?
Sophie means “Wisdom — gentle intelligence and quiet grace” from French form of Sophia — from Greek sophia (σοφία), wisdom roots.
What is the origin of the name Sophie?
Sophie has French form of Sophia — from Greek sophia (σοφία), wisdom origin. The traditional meaning is “Wisdom — gentle intelligence and quiet grace”.
How popular is Sophie in Australia?
Sophie ranked #22 in Australia in 2025 — given to 189 babies that year.
When was Sophie most popular?
Sophie peaked in 2011 with 519 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Sophie a boy or girl name?
Sophie is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Sophies in registered births are female.
How long has Sophie been recorded in Australia?
Sophie appears in birth records in Australia across 41 years — from 1985 through 2025.