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Phia

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Pronounced FEE-uh /ˈfiː.ə/Medium

Meaning: Phia is a short form of Sophia (Greek 'wisdom'), used as a full name in its own right. Airy and modern.Low

In 30 seconds: A short, airy name: Phia comes from Sophia, 'wisdom' (said 'FEE-uh'). Soft and current.

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Origin MediumGreek

MeaningPhia is a short form of Sophia (Greek 'wisdom'), used as a full name in its own right. Airy and modern.

U.S. rank (2024)#11864 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 25

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Phia is a diminutive of Sophia (Greek 'wisdom'), used as a standalone name. It reads as a soft, minimalist pick, rare in the U.S. and quietly current (said 'FEE-uh').

In the U.S. it appears recently and rarely as a standalone name. Rare, airy, and soft.

Did you know? Phia is a short form of Sophia (Greek 'wisdom'), lifted out as a full name of its own — soft, airy, and modern (said 'FEE-uh').

Overall data confidence 48%

References — Phia — Short form of Sophia; Greek 'wisdom'

Variations

PhyaFiaPhiya

Nicknames

PhiFifi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Phia mean?

Phia is a short form of Sophia (Greek 'wisdom'), used as a full name of its own.

How do you pronounce Phia?

It's said FEE-uh /ˈfiː.ə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Phia a boy or girl name?

Phia is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Phia?

Phia is a rare name in the U.S.