Saphira
Saphira is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Sapphire or beautiful.
Origin and history
Saphira is a feminine name derived from the Aramaic and Hebrew roots meaning 'sapphire' or 'beautiful'. It is closely related to the biblical name Sapphira, though the spelling Saphira gained distinct modern popularity through fantasy literature. In the United States, it remains a rare choice, though it has seen steady usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
2,346 babies in the United States have been named Saphira since 1880. It ranks #3637 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1429.
States where it is most popular
- TX (15.1 %)
- FL (13.8 %)
- CA (13.4 %)
- NY (11 %)
- PA (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 10 |
| 2000-2010 | 434 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,219 |
| 2020-2029 | 683 |
Nicknames
Saffi, Phira, Fifi
Fun facts
- The name gained significant modern visibility as the dragon character Saphira in Christopher Paolini's popular fantasy novel Eragon.
- Etymologically linked to the blue sapphire, historically associated with royalty and celestial beauty.