UK girl's name
Szofia
A feminine Hungarian name derived from the Greek Sophia meaning "wisdom".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Szofia is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Szofia popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4709, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 9 births.
This profile covers 53 England and Wales registrations across 10 recorded years from 2012 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 44% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 53 living people in the UK are called Szofia. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Szofia ranked #4709 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 9 girls were registered as Szofia.
- • About 53 living people in the UK are estimated to have Szofia as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4709
2023
Births in 2023
4
Latest year
Peak year
2022
9 births
Estimated living
53
2026
Meaning
What does Szofia mean?
Szofia is a Hungarian name derived from the Greek name Sophia, which means "wisdom" or "skill." The name has its roots in ancient Greece and was popularized during the Byzantine era, particularly in Eastern Europe and the Balkans.
The earliest recorded use of the name Szofia dates back to the 4th century AD, when it was mentioned in various Byzantine texts and historical records. It gained popularity among the Eastern Orthodox Christian communities of the region, and many churches and monasteries were dedicated to St. Sophia, the personification of divine wisdom.
One of the most notable historical figures with the name Szofia was Sophia Palaiologina (1395-1462), a Byzantine princess who married Ivan III, the Grand Prince of Moscow. She played a significant role in the cultural exchange between Byzantium and Russia, contributing to the development of Russian architecture and art.
Another prominent figure was Sophia of Halshany (1585-1619), a Polish-Lithuanian noblewoman and the wife of Janusz Radziwill. She is remembered for her patronage of the arts and her support of the Calvinist movement in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.
In the 19th century, Szofia Kovalevskaya (1850-1891), a Russian mathematician and writer, gained recognition for her contributions to the field of mathematics and her pioneering work in promoting women's education and scientific careers.
Szofia Naldoniova (1925-2018), a Hungarian writer and poet, was a prominent figure in the literary circles of the 20th century. Her works explored themes of identity, memory, and the experiences of women in post-war Hungary.
Szofia Gubaidulina (born 1931), a Russian composer and pianist, is renowned for her innovative and avant-garde compositions that blend elements of traditional Russian music with contemporary techniques. Her works have been performed by leading orchestras and ensembles worldwide.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Szofia, showcasing its enduring presence across various cultures and time periods.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Szofia over time
The chart below shows babies named Szofia registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Szofia, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2023, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Szofia by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Szofia was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3700 | 24 | 4 |
| 2010s | #4461 | 29 | 6 |
Related
Names similar to Szofia
- Sophie 103,803
- Sophia 46,936
- Scarlett 34,261
- Sienna 32,418
- Sofia 29,136
- Sarah 27,961
- Shannon 25,510
- Summer 24,167
- Sara 14,205
- Skye 13,654
- Samantha 12,697
- Stephanie 9,309
FAQ
Szofia: questions and answers
How popular is the name Szofia in the UK right now?
In 2023, Szofia was ranked #4709 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Szofia most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 9 babies registered as Szofia in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Szofia?
A feminine Hungarian name derived from the Greek Sophia meaning "wisdom".
How many people are called Szofia in the UK?
A total of 53 babies have been registered as Szofia across the 10 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.