How Popular (or Rare) was Sophia in 1999?

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#53
1999 Rank
5,423
1999 Births
#1
Best Rank (2011)
22,335
Peak Year (2012)
390,946
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 327
Rarity Factor (1999)

πŸ“Š The Sophia Story

Sophia is a popular girls' name in United States, ranking #53 in 1999 with 5,423 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2012 with 22,335 births ranking #1. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 115.8%. In 1999, approximately 1 in every 327 girls born was named Sophia. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

πŸ“… Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from United States; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: Greek  |  Meaning: wisdom

Sophia is one of the great international classics and means 'wisdom'. It feels elegant, balanced, and enduring.

Used for centuries across Europe and beyond, Sophia combines a noble classical root with extraordinary modern popularity. Its long success reflects both beauty of sound and substance of meaning.

Did you know?Sophia's modern popularity surge is unusually strong for a name with such an ancient history.
Similar namesSofia, Sophie, Serena, Selena, Olivia

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