The nameSofien
Sofien is a North African boy's name, a variant of Sofiane. In France it was mostly given in the 1980s and 1990s.
- Boy's name
- North African
Meaning
Like Sofiane, it is linked to the Arabic Sufyan, whose meaning is debated.
Origin
North African, through Sofiane.
History
First given in France in the early 1970s, Sofien peaked in the early 1990s, stayed in use in the 2000s, then became very rare.
Popularity of the name Sofien
Sofien in France
1991peak year (65 births)
1,245babies named Sofien in France since 1900
Sofien was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 420 births over the decade, 34% of all recorded babies named Sofien. Its rise began around 1974, and it peaked in 1991. Half of all babies named Sofien in France were born before 1991.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sofien mean?
Like Sofiane, it is linked to the Arabic Sufyan, whose meaning is debated.
What is the origin of the name Sofien?
North African, through Sofiane.
Is Sofien a girl's or a boy's name?
Sofien is a boy's name.