Seraphina
ser-ah-FEE-nuh
Seraphina derives from the Hebrew seraphim, the plural of seraph, meaning “fiery ones” or “burning ones.” In the Book of Isaiah, the seraphim are the highest order of angels, described as six-winged beings who surround the throne of God.
The name entered Christian use through its angelic associations. Seraphina is the feminized Latin form, constructed from the same Hebrew root with the standard Latinate -ina suffix.
Seraphina ranked No. 778 in 2024 with 362 births — its debut on the US chart, placing this year as both its first appearance and its peak. This marks a name that is actively rising.
What the name Seraphina means
Actor Ben Affleck and actress Jennifer Garner named their daughter Seraphina Rose Elizabeth in 2009, giving the name significant celebrity visibility. The choice connected the name to a new generation of parents.
Five syllables — sair-ah-FEE-nah — give the name a grand, ceremonial quality. Despite its length, the rhythmic stress pattern makes it surprisingly easy to say.
Parents drawn to angelic names, elaborate vintage names, or names with strong biblical heritage find Seraphina a compelling choice. The nickname Sera or Fina offers practical daily use.
Related names include Serafina (Italian and Spanish), Seraphine (French), and Serafine. All stem from the same angelic root and carry the same luminous quality.
US popularity over time
Numerology and symbolism
Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.
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