Greek

Sophronia

Pronounced so-FROH-nee-ahShare

Meaning: Feminine form of Sophronius: self-controlled or sensible

  • Girl
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  • 4 syllables

The story

Sophronia is a feminine form in a Greek name family associated with sound judgment and self-control. Its older root is more specific than a generic wisdom or beauty meaning.

Nicknames

  • Sophie
  • Fronie
  • Roni

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Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

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Origins

Sophronia comes from Greek.

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