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Xophia

Quick answer"Xophia" is a modern variant spelling of Sophia, derived from the Greek word "sophia" (σοφία), meaning "wisdom." The "X" prefix is a contemporary stylistic modification with no etymological basis in the original Greek root.

Latin · Girl · 2 syllables

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Popularity & facts

Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#17,161
TrendFalling ↓
Peak year2019
Syllables2
OriginLatin
LanguageGreek
Letters6
Numerology1 Chaldean 9
Global rank#17,161

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Xophia

"Xophia" is a modern variant spelling of Sophia, derived from the Greek word "sophia" (σοφία), meaning "wisdom." The "X" prefix is a contemporary stylistic modification with no etymological basis in the original Greek root.

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Etymology

"Xophia" is a modern variant spelling of Sophia, derived from the Greek word "sophia" (σοφία), meaning "wisdom." The "X" prefix is a contemporary stylistic modification with no etymological basis in the original Greek root.

This name is used primarily in English-speaking Western cultures and secular contexts, representing a modern creative spelling rather than reflecting any specific traditional cultural or religious heritage beyond its Greek philosophical origins.

Xophia currently ranks #17,161 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2019.

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