Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Sophia.
National Rank (2025)
#5
All-Time Peak Rank
#1 (2011)
Total U.S. Births
439,108
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Sophia Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Sophia
According to SSA data, Sophia achieved its highest historical rank of #1 in 2011. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2012 with 22,336 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 28.0%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Sophia scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Stable
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-28.0% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record22,336Births in 2012
Years in Top 100
29yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:1,865
1890s:2,522
1900s:2,460
1910s:5,237
1920s:3,277
1930s:1,117
1940s:1,054
1950s:1,578
1960s:4,908
1970s:4,581
1980s:10,823
1990s:24,503
2000s:119,251
2010s:181,174
2020s:74,758
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesSop-h-ia
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: It is an isogram, meaning no two letters are repeated. Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with S, a letter used by only 7.9% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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