Serafino
About Serafino
Serafino is a masculine Italian name derived from the Hebrew word 'seraphim,' referring to a category of celestial beings described as fiery, six-winged angels in biblical tradition. The name carries strong religious connotations of purity, devotion, and heavenly protection. Serafino has been used in Italy for centuries, particularly in Catholic families. Outside of Italy and Italian diaspora communities, the name remains relatively uncommon, giving it an exotic and distinctive quality. The feminine equivalent is Serafina. The name has a melodious quality with its flowing vowels and rhythmic syllables. Notable bearers include various Italian saints and cultural figures, reinforcing its connection to Italian heritage and Catholic traditions.
As of October 2026, Serafino ranked #10617 in US births in 2023 SSA, peaked at #1953 in 1915.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Serafino on lists
Famous Serafinos
- Serafino Belfanti (1860–1939)
Italian immunologist
- Serafino Biagioni (1920–1983)
Italian bicycle racer
- Serafino Cretoni (1833–1909)
Italian Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church
- Serafino De Tivoli (1826–1892)
Italian artist of the Macchiaioli group
- Serafino dell' Aquila (1466–1500)
Italian poet and improvisatore
- Serafino Ghizzoni (born 1954)
former Italian international rugby union footballer
- Serafino Mazzolini (1890–1945)
Italian lawyer, politician and journalist
- Serafino Mazzarochi (1890–1961)
Italian gymnast who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics
- Serafino Porrecta (1536–1614)
Italian,Dominican theologian
- Serafino Vannutelli (1834–1915)
Italian Cardinal
- Frank Carlton Serafino Feranna
Jr., birth name of singer Nikki Sixx