Sofea
Sofea is a Muslim girl name meaning “Wisdom”.
| Meaning | Wisdom |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek, Malay spelling |
| Arabic spelling | صوفيا |
| Pronunciation | so-FEE-ah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Sofea
Sofea is the Malay spelling of Sophia, from the Greek sophia, wisdom. It has been one of the most popular girls' names in Malaysia for years, often combined with Arabic names as in Nur Sofea or Sofea Aisyah. It is not Arabic, though Sofia is now common across the Muslim world.
Is Sofea a Muslim name?
Sofea is used by many Muslim families in Malaysia. It is Greek in origin rather than Arabic, but its meaning, wisdom, is fully compatible with Islamic values.
Where is the name Sofea used?
Very popular among Malay Muslims in Malaysia and Singapore.
Gifts with the name Sofea
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Spellings and variants of Sofea
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sofea mean?
Sofea means 'Wisdom'. It comes from Greek, Malay spelling.
Is Sofea a Muslim name?
Sofea is used by many Muslim families in Malaysia. It is Greek in origin rather than Arabic, but its meaning, wisdom, is fully compatible with Islamic values.
How do you write Sofea in Arabic?
Sofea is written صوفيا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sofea?
Sofea is pronounced so-FEE-ah.