Sapphire as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Sapphire

What is the meaning of the name Sapphire ?

The baby name Sapphire is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈsæfaɪər/ (SAF-eye-er).

Sapphire is Greek in Origin.

Sapphire is a primarily feminine English given name drawn from the gemstone. The word travels from Old French safir and Latin sapphirus, both from Greek sappheiros, likely of Semitic origin (Hebrew sappir), a term that in biblical passages probably denoted lapis lazuli. It signifies the deep-blue jewel associated with wisdom, truth, and royal favor, and is the traditional birthstone for September.

As a personal name, Sapphire surfaced in the late 19th century alongside other jewel names favored by Victorians, remaining uncommon but periodically revived by modern parents seeking a vivid, nature-luxe choice. International and variant forms include Sapphira (biblical/English), Saphira (German/literary), Safira (Portuguese, Indonesian), and Zafira/Zafiro in Spanish-influenced contexts; streamlined spellings such as Safire and Saffire also appear. Nicknames Sapphie and Saffy are typical, offering a softer everyday option.