Serafina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Serafina originates from Hebrew, meaning 'fiery,' and is connected to the seraphim in biblical texts. It has evolved through various languages, including Italian and Latin. The name carries traits of elegance and grace and has biblical relevance through its association with angelic beings.
The name Serafina is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Serafina has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Serafina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2045th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2980th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5165th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5573rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6718th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3041st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1530th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Serafina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Serafina"
Pronunciation
/sɛrəˈfiːnə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Serafina is derived from the Hebrew word 'seraphim,' which refers to an order of angels in biblical texts. The term 'seraph' means 'to burn' and is often associated with fiery beings.
Meaning
fiery
Language Evolution
Seraphim (Hebrew), Serafina (Italian), Seraphina (Latin)
Biblical Background
The name is linked to the seraphim mentioned in the Bible, particularly in the Book of Isaiah, where these celestial beings are described as having six wings and are in the presence of God.
Historical Usage
The name Serafina gained popularity in the late Middle Ages, particularly in Italy and among Christian communities, due to its association with the seraphim and its melodic sound.
Variants & Derivatives
Seraphina, Serafine, Sera, Fina
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Serafina is viewed as an elegant and sophisticated name, often associated with grace and beauty. It has gained some popularity in modern times, particularly in literary and artistic circles.
Famous People
Serafina de la Cruz, a prominent figure in the arts, Serafina Abrahams, a noted author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Serafina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Serafina"
"Serafina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2045th of 9107 | 312 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2980th of 9204 | 168 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5165th of 12526 | 108 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5573rd of 19264 | 144 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6718th of 27321 | 181 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3041st of 35406 | 826 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1530th of 30306 | 1,724 |
Regional Popularity of "Serafina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Serafina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
54.39% 750th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
79.05% 1230th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
82.92% 2015th/2430 |
- |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
80.78% 3615th/4475 |
- |
91.36% 5771st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
37.14% 1918th/5164 |
71.54% 5232nd/7313 |
29.45% 2198th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
44.63% 1778th/3984 |
15.58% 699th/4487 |
32.38% 2209th/6822 |
27.25% 1710th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Serafina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Serafina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.