Rising since 1996, #2,957 for girls today.
Popularity of Seraphine since 1892
Babies named Seraphine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 12 |
| 1900s | 11 |
| 1910s | 61 |
| 1920s | 63 |
| 1930s | 12 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 82 |
| 2010s | 248 |
| 2020s | 247 |
Meaning & origin
Seraphine is a name with deep religious roots, ultimately derived from the Hebrew seraphim, meaning 'fiery ones.' It was first recorded in the United States in 1892, and has seen a steady rise in use since 1996, peaking in 2025 at rank 2957. In that year, approximately 1 in 28701 newborns were named Seraphine. Its top states of use are North Carolina, Texas, and California, reflecting a broad geographic appeal. The name carries a celestial elegance that has made it a favorite among parents seeking a name with spiritual resonance and a melodic sound.
Seraphine is the French and German feminine form of the Latin Seraphina, ultimately from the Hebrew seraphim, meaning 'fiery ones.' The seraphim are a class of celestial beings described in the Book of Isaiah as having six wings. The name was used among early Christians and revived in the 19th century, particularly in French-speaking regions. It has been in steady use in the United States since the late 1800s.
Where Seraphine is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Seraphine” around the world
Where Seraphine lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sera, Raphie, Phina
Sibling names for Seraphine
Names that share Seraphine's style, for a brother or sister.
