Safir
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 126 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
a surname
Safir is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin meaning 'ambassador' or 'diplomat,' from the root safara — to travel, to negotiate between parties. It is also connected to the word for sapphire in some Semitic languages, adding a gem-like brilliance to its meaning.
Safir carries the image of a person who bridges worlds — a diplomatic, well-traveled spirit who can navigate different cultures with grace and intelligence.
EtymologyShow more
Safir is built from 5 letters and two syllables — a mid-length form that balances memorability with distinctiveness. Within the Arabic naming tradition, this brevity is common among names that have been worn down through centuries of use, shedding syllables along the way.
The interplay of consonants and vowels in Safir creates its characteristic sharp, distinct quality. Two-syllable names are the most common length in American naming, hitting a natural speech rhythm that works across formal and informal contexts.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Safir has 17+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2005.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 37 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 67 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 22 | — |
The Story of Safir
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2014, Safir is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Safir are most likely born between 2005 and 2024.
How rare is Safir?
Only about 1 in every 514,286 babies born in 2024 was named Safir — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2005, peaked in the 2010s with 67 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Safir by the numbers
- Would fill 3 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(17 years, 2005–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | #10683 |
| 2023 | 7 | #10593 |
| 2022 | 6 | #12054 |
| 2021 | 9 | #8709 |
| 2020 | 8 | #9395 |
| 2019 | 7 | #10596 |
| 2018 | 8 | #9510 |
| 2017 | 6 | #11952 |
| 2016 | 7 | #10528 |
| 2015 | 5 | #13676 |
| 2014 | 10 | #8018 |
| 2013 | 9 | #8638 |
| 2012 | 7 | #10547 |
| 2011 | 8 | #9448 |
| 2009 | 8 | #9703 |
| 2008 | 7 | #10814 |
| 2005 | 7 | #9940 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2005–2024