Saphira
Meaning of Saphira
Saphira is a beautiful and evocative name for girls, with roots in Hebrew culture. Pronounced as sah-FEE-rah in Hebrew, suh-FY-ruh in English, and zah-FEE-rah in German, the name carries a sense of elegance and mystique across different languages. Saphira is often associated with the precious gemstone sapphire, symbolizing wisdom, virtue, and good fortune. This association adds an extra layer of allure to the name. Over the years, Saphira has seen varying levels of popularity in the United States; it ranked 1896th in 2023 with 104 occurrences and has fluctuated within similar ranks since its more frequent use began around 2006. The name gained additional prominence through its appearance in popular culture, notably as a dragon character named Saphira in Christopher Paolini's "Eragon" series. Overall, Saphira is a unique yet timeless choice for parents seeking a name that combines cultural depth with modern appeal.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as sah-FEE-rah (/sa.fi.ˈʁa/)
English
- Pronunced as suh-FY-ruh (/səˈfaɪrə/)
German
- Pronunced as zah-FEE-rah (/zaˈfiːra/)
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Notable People Named Saphira
| Saphira Indah Julianti was an Indonesian actress who began her career in the Indonesian film industry with the movie Eiffel... I'm in Love in 2003. |
