English · Greek

Sapphire

Pronounced SAF-eye-erShare

Meaning: Sapphire gemstone

  • Girl
  • Uncommon
  • 3 syllables

The story

An English jewel name for the stone usually associated with blue. Its traditional September birthstone link is cultural context, while the gemstone itself is the direct meaning.

Popularity

Uncommon

Outside the US top 1,000.

Style

Origins

Sapphire comes from English and Greek.

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