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Sophia A Nielsen (born Jorgensen), 1874 - 1951
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Sophia K Ralphs (born Nielsen), 1853 - 1935
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Sophia Petersen (born Nielsen), 1867 - 1936
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Sophia Charlotte R. Snyder (born Nielsen), 1908 - 1958
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Sophia Petersen (born Nielsen), 1867 - 1936
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Sophia Frederica Nielsen (born Holm), 1865 - 1957
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Sophia Catrina Hedemand JENSEN (born Nielsen), 1774 - 1845
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Sophia Petersen (born Nielsen), 1867 - 1936
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Sophia Petersen (born Nielsen), 1867 - 1936
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Sophia Amelia Nielsen (born Wilde), 1867 - 1950
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Sophia Anna Nielsen (born Auhl), 1879 - 1963
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Sophia F Petersen (born Nielsen), 1889 - 1966
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Sophia Elnora "Nora" Crane (born Nielsen), 1890 - 1957
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Sophia Elnora "Nora" Crane (born Nielsen), 1890 - 1957
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Sophia Müller (born Nielsen), 1819 - 1877
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Sophia Marie Nielsen (born Sorensen), 1900 - 1977
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Sophia Charlotte Snyder (born Nielsen), 1960 - 1958
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Sophia Olsen Nielsen, 1816 - 1936
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Sophia Olsen Nielsen, 1846 - 1936
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Sophia Kerstine Nielsen, Circa 1864 - 1948
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Sophia Kerstine Nielsen, Circa 1864 - 1948
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Sophia Nielsen in The Telegraph (Brisbane, QLD) - Dec 16 1929
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Sophia Nielsen in The Salt Lake herald-Republican. - Aug 2 1910
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Sophia Antonia (born Nielsen), 1906 - 1953
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Sophia, 1863 - 1948
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Sophia (born Holm), 1901 - 1958
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Sophia (born Holm), 1892 - 1964
Idaho, Deaths and StillbirthsSophia Nielsen, 1869 - 1908
BillionGravesSophia Nielsen, 1827 - 1918
BillionGravesSophia Nielsen, 1851 - 1933
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Sophia Nielsen, 1841 - 1928
Michigan Deaths
Sophia Madsen, 1874 - 1940
Michigan Deaths
Sophia Nielsen, 1877 - 1938
Michigan Deaths
Sophia , Circa 1769 - 1780
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Sophia Margretha Nielsen, Circa 1764 - 1808
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Sophia , Circa 1663 - 1663
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Sophia , Circa 1756 - 1756
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Sophia Nielsen, 1900 - 1900
Denmark, Copenhagen Burials, 1860-1912Sophia Olsen Nielsen, Circa 1846 - 1936
Utah Death Certificates, 1904 - 1958Sophia Christine Bertoch (born Nielsen Jydstrup), 1881 - 1967
FamilySearch Family TreeLeonore Sophie Antonie Wilde (born Nielsen), 1876 - 1967
FamilySearch Family TreeMaren Sophie Jensen, 1854 - 1935
FamilySearch Family TreeAnna Sophia Dorthea Nielsen, 1857 - 1948
FamilySearch Family TreeLeonore Sophie Antonie Nielsen, 1876 - 1967
Geni World Family TreeBolette Sophia Rehnstrom (born Nielsen), 1848 - 1889
Geni World Family TreeAne Sophie Sophia "Sofie" Hansen (born Nielsen), 1855 - 1933
Geni World Family TreeThora Sophia Pedersen (born Nielsen), 1887 - 1964
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Sophia Vivianna Nielsen, born 1938
1940 Denmark Census
Sophia Nielsen, born 1898
1940 Denmark Census
Sophia Sorita Nielsen, born 1911
1940 Denmark Census
Sophia Katharina Augusta Nielsen, born 1874
1940 Denmark CensusSophia Bertha (Sophie) Nielsen, 1916 - 2007
United States Obituary Index from Online SourcesSophia Margaret Nielsen, 2020 - 2024
United States Obituary Index from Online SourcesSophia Marie Nielsen (born Sears), 1917 - 2010
United States Obituary Index from Online SourcesSophia Nielsen, Circa 1968 - 2006
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Sophia Nielsen, born 1891
1930 Denmark Census
Sophia Fransiska Nielsen, born 1874
1930 Denmark Census
Sophia Hansen, born 1918
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Sophia Anderson (born Nyssen)
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Sophia Kloster (born Nielsen)
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Sophia Anderson (born Nielsen)
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- Denmark 57%
- USA 28%
- Norway 11%
- Sweden 3%
- Other 1%
The name Sophia has its origins in ancient Greek, derived from the word "sophia," meaning "wisdom." It first appeared in the Hellenistic period and was popularized in the early Christian era, particularly through the veneration of Saint Sophia, a figure symbolizing divine wisdom. The name has been widely used across various geographical regions, including Europe and the Americas, and is often associated with qualities such as intelligence, insight, and discernment, reflecting the meaning of wisdom. Notable variations of the name include Sophie in French, Sofia in Spanish and Italian, and Zofia in Polish, each with slight differences in pronunciation and spelling but retaining the core essence of the name. Sophia has remained a popular choice throughout history, often linked to notable figures in literature, royalty, and academia, further solidifying its association with wisdom and intellect.
The last name Nielsen is of Scandinavian origin, primarily found in Denmark and Norway, and is derived from the given name Niels, which is a variant of Nicholas, meaning "victory of the people." Historically, surnames in this region often indicated lineage, with Nielsen signifying "son of Niels." This patronymic naming convention reflects the common practice in Nordic cultures of using the father's name as a basis for the child's surname. Variations of Nielsen can be found across different countries and cultures, including Nielsen in Denmark, Nilsen in Norway, and Nilsson in Sweden, each reflecting local linguistic adaptations. The name is prevalent among descendants of Scandinavian immigrants in various parts of the world, particularly in the United States, where it has maintained its popularity. Overall, Nielsen embodies a rich cultural heritage linked to familial identity and historical roots in Northern Europe.
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