Sofoklis as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Sofoklis

What is the meaning of the name Sofoklis ?

The baby name Sofoklis is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /so.foˈklis/ (so-FOH-klees).

Sofoklis is Greek in Origin.

Sofoklis is the modern Greek form of ancient Greek Σοφοκλῆς (Sophoklēs), built from sophos “wise, skilled” and kleos “glory, renown,” giving the sense “glory of wisdom” or “renowned for wisdom.” The classical components link the name to intellect, eloquence, and cultural prestige.

It was borne most famously by the 5th‑century BCE Athenian tragedian Sophocles, whose enduring reputation kept the name alive in Hellenic and scholarly milieus. In Greece and Cyprus, Sofoklis saw renewed use during the 19th‑century national revival and remains uncommon but recognizable today. Transliterated and language-specific variants include Sophocles (English/Latinized), Sophokles (scholarly/German), Sófocles (Spanish and Portuguese), Sofocle (Italian), and Sofokles (Polish). Alternative Romanizations within Greek contexts include Sophoklis alongside Sofoklis. Though not a common source of nicknames, the name’s strong classical associations make it appealing to families seeking a dignified, culture-rich choice.