Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Sophie.
National Rank (2025)
#55
All-Time Peak Rank
#51 (2011)
Total U.S. Births
138,577
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Sophie Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Sophie
According to SSA data, Sophie achieved its highest historical rank of #51 in 2011. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2011 with 4,732 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 34.9%. 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 Sophie scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+34.9% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record4,732Births in 2011
Years in Top 100
19yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:1,267
1890s:2,424
1900s:3,839
1910s:16,179
1920s:12,552
1930s:2,870
1940s:1,286
1950s:1,049
1960s:929
1970s:724
1980s:1,779
1990s:7,993
2000s:28,682
2010s:35,675
2020s:21,329
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesSop-hie
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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