"Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding."
Christian Name · Greek Origin
Sophia Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Sophia
girl
Sophia means "Wisdom", a girl's name of Greek origin. The name Sophia does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Sophia celebrates divine wisdom — the understanding that begins with reverencing God and leads to a blessed life.
Is Sophia in the Bible?
No — the name Sophia does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Wisdom", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Sophia.
Pronunciation:/soh-FEE-ah/
OriginGreek
MeaningWisdom
What does Sophia mean?
Sophia is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Wisdom". Sophia means 'wisdom' in Greek — the very quality Solomon prized above all others. In Proverbs, wisdom is personified as a woman calling out in the streets, inviting all to learn her ways.
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What does Sophia mean in the Bible?
Sophia means "Wisdom" and is a name of Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Sophia?
Sophia is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Wisdom" — not because Scripture names anyone Sophia.
"The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom."
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Which books of the Bible mention Sophia?
Sophia is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Sophia?
Sophia celebrates divine wisdom — the understanding that begins with reverencing God and leads to a blessed life.
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Word Meaning
Wisdom (Sophia) (σοφία (sophia))
Divine insight and skill for living — the ability to apply knowledge rightly in every situation.
Strong's
Strong's G4678 — Wisdom (Sophia)
σοφία (sophia) • Divine insight and skill for living — the ability to apply knowledge rightly in every situation.
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Sophia name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Sophia does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Wisdom", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Sophia.
Sophia means "Wisdom." It is a Greek name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Wisdom" — runs right through the Bible.
Greek. Sophia comes into English from Greek and carries the sense "Wisdom." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Sophia
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Sophia?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Sophia?
You can read every verse where Sophia appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.