Zamfir

Bright, cool, and sharp, Zamfir is a Romanian name, likely derived from the Old Slavic samfirŭ or the Hebrew sappir, both referring to the beautiful blue gemstone, the sapphire. Associated with the month of September, royalty, and wisdom, the gemstone name is also used as a surname, it makes a distinctive choice.

Notably borne by the 19th- and 20th century activist, Zamfir Arbore, it is also used as a surname, as in the case of musician Gheorghe Zamfir.

Pronounced ZAM-fir.