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SHAHR-luht
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Seraphina
GirlHebrew, Latin· “fiery ones; from seraphim”
- Meaning
- fiery ones; from seraphim
- Origin
- Hebrew, Latin
- Pronunciation
- sehr-uh-FEE-nuh
- Syllables
- 4
- US rank 2025
- #600
- US babies 2025
- 489
- Best rank
- #600 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Seraphina
Seraphina is a Hebrew and Latin name that means “fiery ones; from seraphim”.
Seraphina comes from seraphim, the fiery angels described in the Book of Isaiah as standing above God's throne, each with six wings. The Hebrew root saraph means "to burn," so the name suggests "fiery ones." The Latin form Seraphina developed in Christian tradition, and it has been used in Italy and elsewhere in Europe. In English, the name is enjoying new attention as a romantic, elaborate choice. Pronounced sehr-uh-FEE-nuh, it has an elegant, flowing sound. Sera, Sophie and Finn are possible nicknames. Seraphina suits parents who want a name with celestial imagery and a graceful, old-world style.
Other spellings with the same sound: Serafina.
Popularity over time
Seraphina first appears in US Social Security records in 1916. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 3 different years, starting in 2023. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #600, and its highest count, 489 babies. Use has grown 140% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #6,747 in 2000, #1,884 in 2010, and #600 in 2025. Of the 4,093 US girls named Seraphina since records began, 46% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 1,773 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Meilani, Marigold, Chaya, Aliana, and Aya.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Seraphina ranked highest in West Virginia, Idaho, and Nevada.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | #301 | 6 |
| Idaho | #346 | 7 |
| Nevada | #369 | 8 |
| New Mexico | #381 | 5 |
| Iowa | #384 | 9 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Seraphina is usually pronounced sehr-uh-FEE-nuh, with four syllables. It has nine letters, starts with S and ends in “-na”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Serafina.
Middle names for Seraphina
A few middle names that flow with Seraphina: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Seraphina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Seraphina mean?
Seraphina is a Hebrew and Latin name that means “fiery ones; from seraphim”.
What is the origin of the name Seraphina?
Seraphina has Hebrew and Latin roots. Seraphina comes from seraphim, the fiery angels described in the Book of Isaiah as standing above God's throne, each with six wings.
Is Seraphina a popular name?
Yes. Seraphina ranked #600 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Seraphina a boy or girl name?
Seraphina is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Seraphina?
Seraphina is usually pronounced sehr-uh-FEE-nuh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings