Sophronia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sophronia is of Greek origin, meaning 'prudent' or 'sensible,' evolving from the Ancient Greek 'Sophrosyne.' The name reflects a cultural appreciation for wisdom and virtue, without direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Renaissance and is associated with elegance and sophistication. Notable figures bearing the name include Sophronia McKissack and Sophronia M. Thorne.
The name Sophronia is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sophronia has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Sophronia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1456th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2381st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3734th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8065th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19434th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19768th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14928th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sophronia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sophronia"
Pronunciation
/səˈfroʊ.ni.ə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Sophronia comes from the Greek word 'sophron,' which means 'sensible' or 'prudent.' It is derived from the root 'soph,' indicating wisdom.
Meaning
prudent, sensible
Language Evolution
Sophrosyne (Ancient Greek), Sophronia (Latinized form), Sophronia (English)
Historical Usage
The name Sophronia gained popularity during the Renaissance, especially in literary and religious contexts, reflecting a revival of interest in classical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Sophron, Sophie, Sophia
Modern Popularity & Image
Sophronia is viewed as an elegant and vintage name, often associated with sophistication and classical beauty. It is infrequently used today but carries a distinct charm.
Famous People
Sophronia McKissack, an American author, Sophronia M. Thorne, a notable figure in early 20th-century education
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sophronia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Sophronia"
"Sophronia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1456th of 9107 | 524 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2381st of 9204 | 240 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3734th of 12526 | 201 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8065th of 19264 | 74 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19434th of 27321 | 19 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19768th of 35406 | 41 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14928th of 30306 | 55 |
Regional Popularity of "Sophronia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Sophronia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
88.93% 2104th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sophronia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sophronia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.