Origin and Meaning of Safire

Sapphire; precious gem; of the sky

Origin: English - Derived from the word 'sapphire', which comes from the Latin 'sapphirus' and the Greek 'sappheiros', used to describe the blue gemstone.

• Safire is often associated with the gemstone sapphire, which is known for its deep blue color and is one of the four precious stones in the world.
• Sapphires are traditionally associated with wisdom, loyalty, and nobility, leading to the name being embraced in various cultures as an indication of these traits.
• Notable bearers of similar names include Safire, a character in the animated series 'DuckTales', and various artists in music and visual arts who incorporate gemstones into their stage names.
• Safire is a less common name and occasionally appears in naming trends as a unique variant, gaining sporadic popularity in the late 20th century.
• Variations of the name include Sapphire and Sapphira, as well as the Hebrew variant 'Shafir', which also denotes brightness or beauty.