sophía

Sophía is a feminine given name of Greek origin derived from the word sophía, meaning wisdom. The name has been used since classical times and remains popular across many countries and languages.

Variants include Sophia, Sofia, Sophie, Sofie, and Sofía (with diacritics varying by language). The English form Sophia is common in North America and parts of Europe; Sofia is common in Southern and Eastern Europe; Sofía is standard in Spanish-speaking countries; Sophie is used in French- and English-speaking contexts.

Cultural and religious associations: In early Christian tradition, Sophia is linked to Saint Sophia and her three daughters Faith, Hope, and Charity (Pistis, Elpis, Agape). Hagia Sophia, meaning Holy Wisdom in Greek, is a major historical church and symbol in Orthodox Christianity.

In modern times, the name has been popularized by public figures such as Sophia Loren, the Italian actress, and Sofía Vergara, the Colombian-American actress. The name remains widely used across languages and frequently appears in baby-name lists in many countries.