Will my child share the name Seraphina with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 25 UK babies named Seraphina per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Seraphina in her class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Seraphina becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Seraphina has been declining in UK popularity, dropping 175 places in the last five years. Its peak was #936 in 2019. Choosing it now means she is likely to be among the last of her generation with this name.

What does the name Seraphina mean?

The name Seraphina has Hebrew origins and means "Fiery ones; the highest order of angels". Names with clear etymological roots tend to age well — they carry weight beyond fashion cycles and give children a story to tell about their name.

Is Seraphina a popular baby name in the United States?

Seraphina ranks #778 in the US top 1,000 (2024). It's recognised in America but considerably more popular in the UK.

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👧 Girl's name 💎 Relatively Unique UK #1302

Seraphina

Seraphina is a distinctive choice, ranked #1302 in 2024. Your child is likely to be the only Seraphina in their class.

Origin & Meaning

Hebrew — Fiery ones; the highest order of angels

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UK Rank 2024

#1302

US Rank #778

About the Name Seraphina

Seraphina has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 175 places in five years. It was most popular in 2019 at #936 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

The name carries Hebrew roots, where it means "Fiery ones; the highest order of angels". Names with strong etymological stories tend to age well — they carry weight beyond fashion cycles.

Seraphina is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.

In the US it ranks even higher at #778, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.