Serafima: Name Meaning and Origin

Serafima is a girl's name with Hebrew roots, traditionally understood to mean "Fiery angel." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.

Pronounced Serafima, Serafima runs to 4 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Serafima is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Серафима.

Today Serafima is a well-loved favorite, scoring 78 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as faith.

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