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Safire

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Pronounced SAF-yur /ˈsæf.aɪər/Medium

Meaning: A phonetic spelling of the word sapphire, the deep-blue gemstone (from Greek sappheiros, 'blue stone'). A modern jewel name.Low

In 30 seconds: A jewel name reborn: Safire respells sapphire, the deep-blue gem (said 'SAF-yur'). Bright and modern.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningA phonetic spelling of the word sapphire, the deep-blue gemstone (from Greek sappheiros, 'blue stone'). A modern jewel name.
U.S. rank (2024)#10904 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 121

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202119892024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Safire respells the gemstone sapphire (Greek sappheiros, 'blue stone'). It joins the jewel-name family alongside Ruby and Pearl, in a fresh modern spelling — rare in the U.S. (said 'SAF-yur').

It appears only rarely, riding the word-name trend. Rare, jewel-bright, and modern.

Did you know? Safire is a phonetic take on sapphire — the blue gem whose name comes from the Greek sappheiros, 'blue stone' — turning a jewel word into a bright, modern name (said 'SAF-yur').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Safire — word name; sapphire gem; Greek sappheiros

Variations

SapphireSaphireSafira

Nicknames

SaffyFifi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Safire mean?

Safire is a spelling of the word sapphire, the deep-blue gemstone (from Greek 'blue stone').

How do you pronounce Safire?

It's said SAF-yur /ˈsæf.aɪər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Safire a boy or girl name?

Safire is a girl's name.

How popular is Safire?

Safire is a rare name in the U.S.

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