Sapphire
Sapphire is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Precious blue stone.
Origin and history
Sapphire is a modern gemstone name derived from the Greek word 'sappheiros', referring to the precious blue stone. Historically used as a rare nature name, it has seen a notable rise in modern American usage since 2020. It appeals to parents seeking a distinct, vibrant jewel name alternative to Ruby or Amber.
Popularity in the United States
5,048 babies in the United States have been named Sapphire since 1880. It ranks #2451 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #961.
States where it is most popular
- NY (17.3 %)
- CA (16.5 %)
- TX (14.8 %)
- FL (10.2 %)
- OH (5.4 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 198 |
| 1990-2000 | 878 |
| 2000-2010 | 944 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,529 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,494 |
Fun facts
- The word traces back through Latin 'sapphirus' and Greek 'sappheiros' to ancient Semitic languages.
- The name has grown significantly in popularity in the United States during the 2020s.