How Many People Are Named Sofya?

Complete statistics for the name Sofya: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Sofya
Very Rare
Slavic

Sofya, a name of Slavic origin, means 'wisdom' and is quite rare in the US. Only 1 in 1,213,440 Americans have this name, making it truly unique among 272 estimated living bearers today. The majority of people named Sofya are under 30, highlighting its status as a modern choice.

~272
Living in US
1 in 1,213,440
Americans
2011
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Wisdom
🌐
Origin
Slavic
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Wise Intelligent Thoughtful
3
Life Path Number

Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

167,336
Worldwide Bearers
#6,290
Global Rank
🇷🇺 Russia
147,329
🇦🇲 Armenia
3,484
🇧🇾 Belarus
3,469
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
3,129
🇺🇸 United States
1,581
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
1,494
🇧🇷 Brazil
1,163
🇲🇦 Morocco
1,092
🇮🇩 Indonesia
919
🇹🇯 Tajikistan
839

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
272 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 13
274
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 274 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2011

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
72
Classic Feel
15
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Sofya Through the Generations

Sofya's journey through the generations shows a peak in popularity in 2011 with 23 births, but overall, it's a name that's slowly declining in usage. With 274 under-30 and none aged 30-60 or over-60, it's clear that Sofya is predominantly chosen by younger parents, giving it a genuinely modern feel. This trend reflects a name that's embraced by new generations, yet hasn't managed to maintain its momentum over time.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 11
California 6

⭐ Famous People Named Sofya

Sophia, also spelled Sofia, is a feminine given name, from the Greek personification of wisdom. Other forms include Sophie, Sofiya, Sofija, Sophy, Sophea, and Sofie.…

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✨ Similar Names to Sofya

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Sofya's Slavic roots

📄 About the Name Sofya

How Many People Have the Name Sofya?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 272 people in the United States currently share the name Sofya. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,213,440 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Sofya a Common or Rare Name?

Sofya is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Sofya Mean?

Sofya means "wisdom" and comes from Slavic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Sofya in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Sofya Most Popular?

The name Sofya reached peak popularity in 2011, with 23 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Sofya?

Approximately 272 people named Sofya live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 274. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,213,440 Americans.

Is Sofya a rare name?

Sofya is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,213,440 Americans has this name.

What does the name Sofya mean?

Sofya means "wisdom" and comes from Slavic origins.

Is Sofya more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Sofya are male and 100% are female.

When was Sofya most popular?

Sofya peaked in 2011 with 23 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US272
All-Time Births274
1 in X1 in 1,213,440
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age13
Peak Year2011
World Rank#6,290
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.