Seraphine

Meaning

Seraphine comes from Hebrew seraph, meaning “burning” or “fiery.” In Christian-name tradition, it is tied to the seraphs, the highest order of angels, understood as beings burning with love of God. The French form helped spread the name in modern usage.

Origin

Fun fact

Nineteenth-century name books noted that Seraphine had largely fallen out of use, while the related form Serafina was still seen in Spain and Italy.