Find out how popular the first name Seraphina has been for the last 43 years (from 1981 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Seraphina by gender

Based on the last 43 years of data, Seraphina is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 264 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Seraphina.

The history of the first name Seraphina

The name Seraphina has its origins in the Late Latin word "seraphinus", which was derived from the Hebrew plural noun "seraphim". This referred to an angelic being described in the Bible as having six wings and attending upon God. The singular form of this word is "seraph", meaning "burning ones" or "fiery ones".

Seraphina can be traced back to the medieval era, when it emerged as a feminine form of the masculine name Seraphinus. It was particularly popular in Italy during the Renaissance period, reflecting the era's fascination with angelic and celestial motifs in art and literature.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Seraphina can be found in a 13th-century Italian text, where it was given to a saint and martyr. Saint Seraphina of Rome, who lived in the 2nd century AD, is venerated in the Catholic Church for her unwavering faith and sacrifice.

In the 16th century, Seraphina was the name of an Italian noblewoman and art patron, Seraphina Pico della Mirandola (1495-1570). She was known for her patronage of artists like Michelangelo and Raphael, and her efforts in promoting the arts during the Renaissance.

Another notable figure with this name was Seraphina Semitecolo (1588-1619), an Italian painter and engraver from the Baroque period. She was one of the few female artists of her time to achieve recognition for her work.

In the literary realm, Seraphina is the name of a character in the novel "Seraphina" by Rachel Hartman, published in 2012. The novel, set in a fantasy world, explores themes of prejudice and self-acceptance through the eyes of its titular protagonist.

Throughout history, other notable individuals named Seraphina include Seraphina Longworth (1761-1847), an American philanthropist and socialite, and Seraphina Pett (1919-2010), a British actress known for her roles in films and television shows.

Data source

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