Sapphire Name Meaning
The name Sapphire comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Sapphire below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Sapphire Name Meaning
English (Rare)From the name of the gemstone, the blue birthstone of September, which is derived from Greek σαπφειρος (sappheiros), ultimately from the Hebrew word סַפִּיר (sappir).
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