What is the origin of the name Seraphim?

Seraphim is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Seraphim?

Seraphim is currently ranked #10922 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Seraphim?

Seraphim is pronounced SER-uh-fim.

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UnisexHebrew

Seraphim

SER-uh-fim

Popularity

#10922

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

320

Peak Year

#23 in 2014

First Recorded

1923

Style

Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

Hebrew in origin, meaning 'fiery ones' or 'burning ones'. Refers to a high rank of angels.

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Gender Split

Numerology

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Nicknames

Sera Seraph

Similar Names

Raphael Gabriel Michael Seraphina

Personality Traits

SpiritualPassionateIntenseProtective

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