Saphira Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsah-FEER-ah / /sæˈfɪərə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: sapphire; English: precious stone
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, Saphira is derived from 'sapphire,' a gemstone often associated with wisdom and divine favor. In English usage, the name reflects the value and beauty of precious stones, symbolizing rarity and elegance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Saphira
- Safira
International Variants
- Saphira (English)
- Safira (Portuguese)
Famous people named Saphira
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Fictional characters named Saphira
Saphira — Eragon series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Saphira was first seen in the United States in 1996. Saphira has ranked as high as #1255 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, California, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Saphira has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Saphira (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WI | 10 | |
| WA | 7 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 130 |
| 2008 | 145 |
| 2009 | 125 |
| 2010 | 102 |
| 2011 | 109 |
| 2012 | 131 |
| 2013 | 118 |
| 2014 | 119 |
| 2015 | 133 |
| 2016 | 116 |
| 2017 | 143 |
| 2018 | 119 |
| 2019 | 129 |
| 2020 | 101 |
| 2021 | 116 |
| 2022 | 123 |
| 2023 | 104 |
| 2024 | 123 |