How Many People Are Named Saphira?
Complete statistics for the name Saphira: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Saphira means 'serpent' in Arabic, adding a mystical touch to its very rare status among female names. With only 1 in 149,010 Americans bearing this name, it's truly unique, boasting just 2,215 living people named Saphira today. The peak year was 2008, showing it's a rising star, especially popular among younger generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism and spiritual enlightenment.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 11All 2,230 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2008Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Saphira Through the Generations
Saphira's journey through the generations reveals a modern, upward trajectory. Born in the early 2000s, it saw its highest birth rate in 2008 with 145 babies named Saphira. Today, the vast majority of people named Saphira are under 30, indicating its popularity among the younger generation. This trend suggests Saphira will continue to rise in the coming years, cementing its place as a contemporary choice for parents seeking a distinctive name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Saphira's Arabic roots
📄 About the Name Saphira
How Many People Have the Name Saphira?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,215 people in the United States currently share the name Saphira. That works out to roughly 1 in every 149,010 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Saphira a Common or Rare Name?
Saphira is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Saphira Mean?
Saphira means "serpent" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Saphira in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Saphira Most Popular?
The name Saphira reached peak popularity in 2008, with 145 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Saphira?
Approximately 2,215 people named Saphira live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,230. That works out to roughly 1 in 149,010 Americans.
Is Saphira a rare name?
Saphira is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 149,010 Americans has this name.
What does the name Saphira mean?
Saphira means "serpent" and comes from Arabic origins.
Is Saphira more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Saphira are male and 100% are female.
When was Saphira most popular?
Saphira peaked in 2008 with 145 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.