Sapphire or precious gem
Derived from the Hebrew word for the sapphire gemstone. It shares the same linguistic root as the English word sapphire and symbolizes clarity, value, and beauty. In modern Israel, it is a well-established name that feels both natural and sophisticated.
Less common today
Sapir isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,573 in 1993.
First transgender referee in Israeli professional soccer
Israeli model and Miss Israel 1993
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
