Is Serafina a boy, girl, or unisex name?

Serafina is commonly used as a Girl name.

How popular is Serafina?

It’s currently ranked #760 in the U.S. Recent trend: Rising.

How do you pronounce Serafina?

ser-uh-FEE-nuh · IPA: //ˌsɛrəˈfiːnə//

Serafina Girl

Popularity: #760 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Italian; Hebrew

Meaning

Italian: fiery; Hebrew: angel

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Serafina is derived from the Italian name Serafino, which is rooted in the Hebrew word 'seraphim,' referring to a type of celestial being. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy, where it is often associated with warmth and passion. The name has gained popularity in various forms throughout history, often linked to religious and artistic contexts.

Trend Summary

The name Serafina has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.

Variants

Serafine
Seraphina

International Variants

Serafina (Spanish)
Serafine (French)
Serafina (Portuguese)

Famous people named Serafina

Serafina D'Abruzzo is an Italian artist known for her contemporary paintings.

Serafina Pekkala is a character in Philip Pullman's 'His Dark Materials' series, known as a witch.

Serafina B. is a notable chef and author recognized for her Italian cuisine.

Serafina N. is a prominent figure in the world of classical music, celebrated for her operatic performances.

Fictional characters named Serafina

Serafina Pekkala is a witch in Philip Pullman's 'His Dark Materials' series, known for her wisdom and power.

Serafina is a character in the animated film 'The Secret of Kells,' representing the spirit of nature.

Sibling Suggestions

Sofia Selena Sabrina Sienna Serena Simone

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Serafina was first seen in the United States in 1901. Serafina has ranked as high as #1170 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, New Jersey, and Connecticut. In the past 5 years the name Serafina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

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Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Serafina (2024)

Year:

State	Births	Share
NY	37	26%
CA	18	12%
FL	16	11%
NJ	15	10%
CT	13	9%
IL	10	7%
PA	9	6%
TN	8	6%
TX	7	5%
MA	7	5%
WA	5	3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

Year	Births
1901	8
1903	5
1905	7
1906	7
1907	6
1911	5
1912	6
1913	13
1914	8
1915	16
1916	14
1917	16
1918	16
1919	17
1920	15
1921	24
1922	17
1923	28
1924	34
1925	17
1926	16
1927	17
1928	15
1929	13
1930	14
1931	12
1932	13
1933	8
1934	6
1935	11
1936	5
1937	7
1938	7
1939	8
1940	8
1941	9
1942	13
1943	6
1944	5
1945	8
1947	9
1948	5
1949	10
1950	8
1953	7
1956	8
1959	17
1960	7
1961	7
1962	12
1963	11
1964	7
1965	10
1966	9
1967	7
1968	7
1969	12
1970	7
1971	8
1972	8
1973	6
1974	10
1975	10
1976	7
1977	7
1978	12
1979	12
1980	12
1981	11
1982	10
1984	10
1985	10
1986	7
1987	7
1988	12
1989	9
1990	21
1991	16
1992	14
1993	20
1994	14
1995	7
1996	13
1997	16
1998	22
1999	32
2000	25
2001	41
2002	37
2003	27
2004	40
2005	47
2006	36
2007	48
2008	70
2009	98
2010	83
2011	102
2012	102
2013	120
2014	118
2015	134
2016	118
2017	129
2018	102
2019	165
2020	158
2021	170
2022	173
2023	147
2024	190