Saffron

Pronunciation: [ s-AFR-uhn ]

Girl Name #5,501 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Saffron is a girl name, recorded for 23 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-AFR-uhn.

Parents who love the name Saffron often also consider Sarah, Sallie, Sadie .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #5,501
Total SSA Count: 23

Nicknames

Saf Say Safie Saffie

Similar Names

Sarah Sallie Sadie Sara Sally Samantha Savannah Salome

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saffron

Is Saffron a boy or girl name?

Saffron is primarily used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Saffron?

Saffron is pronounced s-AFR-uhn.

How popular is the name Saffron?

Saffron is currently ranked #5501 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Saffron?

Common nicknames for Saffron include Saf, Say, Safie, and Saffie.

Is Saffron a common or rare name?

Saffron is an uncommon name, ranked #5501 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Saffron

Saffron is a girl name .

Saffron is currently ranked #5,501 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Saffron include Saf, Say, Safie, and Saffie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.