Sapphire
How to say it: SAFF-ire · /ˈsæfaɪər/
English word-name for the deep blue gemstone; from Greek 'sappheiros'. Evokes brilliance and rarity.
Sapphire was the 924th most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 233 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up about 55% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #847 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #924 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 233 |
| Share of births | 1 in 14,228 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +55% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #847 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
New to wide use in recent decades, Sapphire has climbed to its best showing in the 2020s. Further growth is expected in coming years.
What goes with it
Bright and breathy in two parts, Sapphire feels creative and jewel bright. Ruby makes a vivid companion.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Sapphire is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, Greek.
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