Rising since 2003, #4,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Safira since 1984
Babies named Safira per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 8 |
| 2000s | 46 |
| 2010s | 121 |
| 2020s | 104 |
Meaning & origin
Safira entered the U.S. Social Security records in 1984, and in recent years it has been climbing. In 2025 it ranked 4546th, with a 1-in-53576 incidence. Its peak year so far is 2025, and the name has been on a rising trajectory since 2003. Safira's top state in recent data is Texas, reflecting its appeal in Hispanic communities. The name carries the warmth of the Arabic saffron spice and the sparkle of a sapphire, making it a distinctive choice. As a Spanish variant of Zafira, it fits well alongside other romantic, vowel-rich names like Valentina and Camila. The name's modern ascent suggests it is gaining familiarity without becoming common, and its connection to Spanish and Arabic heritage gives it cultural depth.
Safira is a Spanish variant of Zafira, which comes from Arabic زعفران (za'faran) meaning 'saffron'. It also overlaps with the Hebrew name Sapphira (from Greek sappheiros), meaning 'sapphire' or 'precious stone'. In Spanish-speaking cultures, Safira has been used since the late 20th century, often chosen for its phonetic similarity to the gemstone name.
Where Safira is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Safira” around the world
Where Safira lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Safi, Fira
Sibling names for Safira
Names that share Safira's style, for a brother or sister.
