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Sofia vs Lia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lia

Girl #188 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"weary"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Italian Hebrew Portuguese Spanish Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#188
Total SSA Count
1,605
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sofia Rank #10
Lia Rank #188

Sofia is more popular, ranked #10 vs #188 for Lia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sofia or Lia more popular?

Sofia is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Lia at #188 in the United States.

What do Sofia and Lia mean?

Sofia means "skill, cleverness" (Greek origin). Lia means "weary" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sofia and Lia boy or girl names?

Sofia is primarily a girl name. Lia is primarily a girl name.

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