Seraphina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationser-uh-FEE-nuh / /sɛrəˈfiːnə/Hebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: 'fiery'; Latin: 'seraphim'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Seraphina is derived from the Hebrew word 'seraphim', which refers to a type of celestial being in biblical texts. It gained popularity in the early Christian tradition, particularly in reference to angels. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, often associated with beauty and light. In modern times, Seraphina has seen a resurgence in popularity, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Seraphina has been steadily rising in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Serafina
- Sera
- Fina
International Variants
- Serafina (Italian)
- Zarafina (Arabic)
Famous people named Seraphina
Seraphina Affleck is the daughter of actors Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner.
Seraphina de la Cruz is a noted artist known for her contemporary paintings.
Seraphina Gwendolyn is a popular author of children's books.
Seraphina McGowan is a recognized figure in the field of environmental science.
Fictional characters named Seraphina
Seraphina Pekkala is a witch in Philip Pullman's 'His Dark Materials' series.
Seraphina is a character in the animated film 'The Secret of Kells', known for her mystical abilities.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Seraphina was first seen in the United States in 1916. Seraphina has ranked as high as #1006 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Seraphina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Seraphina (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 41 | |
| FL | 34 | |
| CA | 32 | |
| NY | 20 | |
| VA | 15 | |
| PA | 14 | |
| NJ | 12 | |
| WA | 12 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| MN | 11 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| TN | 8 | |
| MO | 8 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| MA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 50 |
| 2009 | 88 |
| 2010 | 108 |
| 2011 | 153 |
| 2012 | 151 |
| 2013 | 174 |
| 2014 | 175 |
| 2015 | 204 |
| 2016 | 212 |
| 2017 | 204 |
| 2018 | 225 |
| 2019 | 258 |
| 2020 | 176 |
| 2021 | 231 |
| 2022 | 247 |
| 2023 | 266 |
| 2024 | 362 |