Sophia tops girls' name lists across Europe
Recent statistics reveal that the name "Sophia" remains the top choice for parents naming daughters across most European countries, posting record numbers.
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"Sophia" leads the name lists in Italy, Poland, Spain and the Baltic states, while showing a clear rise in France and the United Kingdom. In Germany the name has dominated for thirty years, moving from the east to the west by 1997 and staying at the top since 2023.
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In Italy, 4,636 newborn girls were named "Sophia" in 2024, accounting for 2.59% of births, a slight dip from its peak in 2010‑2016. Slovenia and the Czech Republic have kept the name at the summit since 2022, with "Victoria" ranking second in the Czech Republic.
This trend shows that "Sophia" has become a cross‑border cultural phenomenon, reflecting the naming preferences of new generations.
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