girl name
Sofia
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#9 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Sofia in the US, 1880–2025
Sofia first appears in US records in 1881. It peaked in 2015, when 9,702 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 8,252.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sofia a boy or a girl name?
Sofia is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Sofia?
In 2025, Sofia ranked #9 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Sofia most popular?
Sofia was most popular in 2015, when about 9,702 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.