What is the origin of the name Sapphira?

Sapphira is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Sapphira?

Sapphira is currently ranked #4264 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Sapphira?

Sapphira is pronounced suh-FIRE-uh.

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Sapphira

suh-FIRE-uh

Popularity

#4264

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

835

Peak Year

#62 in 2018

First Recorded

1975

Style

Mythological, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

Derived from the Greek word 'sappheiros', meaning 'sapphire', a precious blue gemstone.

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Sapphire Saph Pira

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Numerology

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Nicknames

Sapphire Saph Pira

Spelling Variations

Sapphire Safira

Similar Names

Esmeralda Ruby Gemma Jade Pearl

Personality Traits

BeautifulPreciousWiseMysteriousCreative

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