The nameSaphir
Saphir, French for sapphire, is a mostly male name in France.
- Unisex name
- From the common noun
Meaning
From the gemstone, Greek sappheiros.
Origin
From the common noun, of Greek origin.
History
In France it has risen since the 2000s, also given to some girls.
Popularity of the name Saphir
Saphir in France
1436thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2016peak year (40 births)
665babies named Saphir in France since 1900
Saphir was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 260 births over the decade, 39% of all recorded babies named Saphir. Its rise began around 1975, and it peaked in 2016. Half of all babies named Saphir in France were born before 2014, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 29 births a year.
Saphir in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saphir mean?
From the gemstone, Greek sappheiros.
What is the origin of the name Saphir?
From the common noun, of Greek origin.
Is Saphir a girl's or a boy's name?
Saphir is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.