Safir

Meaning of Safir

Safir is a masculine given name of Semitic provenance, attested in both Hebrew—where it is pronounced sah-FEER (/sɑˈfiɾ/) and etymologically traces to sappir, the term for the blue gemstone—and Arabic—where, rendered sah-FEER (/sɑˈfɪɾ/), it derives from the root s-f-r and signifies an ambassador or envoy. In its Hebrew context, Safir evokes notions of clarity, value and inner brilliance; in its Arabic usage, it conveys diplomatic agency, trustworthiness and the capacity to traverse cultural boundaries. Though relatively rare in the United States, Social Security Administration records indicate that between 2012 and 2024 the name has appeared annually for six to ten newborn boys, corresponding to a rank fluctuating between approximately 874 and 937. This measured rarity, combined with its dual heritage and semantic richness, renders Safir an academically intriguing choice for parents seeking a name that synthesizes ancient resonance with dignified distinction.

Pronunciation

Hebrew

• Pronunced as sah-FEER (/sɑˈfiɾ/)

Arabic

• Pronunced as sah-FEER (/sɑˈfɪɾ/)