safira

Safira is a feminine given name used in various languages. It is commonly linked to the gemstone sapphire, either through a direct linguistic connection or through an ornamental association that reflects the jewel’s beauty and value. The form Safira serves as a natural variant in languages that adapt foreign words to local phonology and appears in naming traditions that draw on gemstone imagery.

Etymology and symbolism: The name Safira derives from sapphire, a gemstone whose name in many languages traces to ancient Greek sappheiros and Latin sapphirus. In naming practice, Safira often carries symbolic associations with wisdom, integrity, and protection, and may be chosen to reflect qualities attributed to the blue gem or to its perceived virtues.

Usage and context: Safira is used as a given name in diverse communities and has appeared in literature and media as a character name or alias. Beyond personal naming, Safira is also used as a brand or product name in jewelry, fashion, and design sectors, leveraging the gemstone reference.

Variations: Related forms include Safire and other regional variants that adapt the root to local phonology and orthography. The exact spelling and pronunciation of Safira can vary by language and cultural context. See also sapphire for the broader gemstone and gemstone-derived names.