Saphire

Meaning of Saphire

The name Saphire, predominantly used for females, exudes a sense of elegance and rarity. Its origin is closely tied to the precious gemstone sapphire, which symbolizes wisdom, virtue, and good fortune. Pronounced differently across languages—sah-FEER in French, SAH-fyer in English, and ZAH-fee-ruh in German—the name offers a touch of international flair. While Saphire is less common than its variation "Sapphire," it has maintained a steady presence in the United States over the years. The name saw its highest popularity in 2007 with 51 occurrences, ranking 3288th. Despite fluctuations in its yearly rankings, Saphire remains an enchanting choice for parents seeking a unique yet meaningful name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

French

  • Pronunced as sah-FEER (/sa.fir/)

English

  • Pronunced as SAH-fyer (/ˈsæfaɪər/)

German

  • Pronunced as ZAH-fee-ruh (/ˈtsa.fi.ʁuː/)

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Notable People Named Saphire

Saphire Longmore-Dropinski is a multi-talented politician, psychiatrist, and former beauty queen from Jamaica.
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