The nameSofian
Sofian is a boy's name of Arabic origin, a variant of Sofiane. It is given steadily in France.
- Boy's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Sofian comes from the Arabic Sufyan, an old name whose meaning is debated.
Origin
Arabic.
History
The name spread in France in the 1990s and 2000s.
Popularity of the name Sofian
Sofian in France
2188thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2001peak year (280 births)
6,050babies named Sofian in France since 1900
Sofian was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 2,430 births over the decade, 40% of all recorded babies named Sofian. Its rise began around 1980, and it peaked in 2001. Half of all babies named Sofian in France were born before 1998. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 16 births a year on average, against 33 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sofian mean?
Sofian comes from the Arabic Sufyan, an old name whose meaning is debated.
What is the origin of the name Sofian?
Arabic.
Is Sofian a girl's or a boy's name?
Sofian is a boy's name.