feminine Sofya

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Origin:
greek
Name Root:
Sophós > sophíā / sofía
Meaning:*
It’s a feminine name derived from “sophíā / sofía (σοφῐ́ᾱ),” the Greek word for “wisdom, knowledge, teaching, skill related to everyday life, sound judgment, prudence.” In turn, the name is closely connected to the term “sophós (σοφός),” meaning “clever, skillful, cunning, able, intelligent, wise, prudent.” Sophia, and other variants such as Sonia and Sonja, is a feminine given name in many areas of the world, including Russia, Iran, Pakistan, and India. Sonja and Sonya are Russian variations of Sophia. The name was widespread by a 1917 bestselling novel “Sonia” by Stephen McKenna. It was used to represent the personification of wisdom and is also the name of an early Christian martyr. Sophia is one of the most popular names in the world and the most popular given name for girls in the US for 2012.

Usage

russian
russian
turkish
turkish

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georgian
armenian
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Popularity & Ranking

United States Ranking #6078


Namedoctor Weekly Ranking #5320

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Numerological Values: #3

Traits associated with the number 3 include advanced social skills and articulation. People with name-number 3 are delightful to speak to and are often successful orators or writers. They have a colorful imagination and enjoy life to the fullest.

Chakra Number: #3
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Color meaning: Yellow

The color yellow relates to acquired knowledge. It is the color which resonates with the left or logic side of the brain stimulating our mental faculties and creating mental agility and perception. Being the lightest hue of the spectrum, the color psychology of yellow is uplifting and illuminating, offering hope, happiness, cheerfulness and fun. In the meaning of colors, yellow inspires original thought and inquisitiveness. Yellow is creative from a mental aspect, the color of new ideas, helping us to find new ways of doing things. It is the practical thinker, not the dreamer.

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