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Seraphim - name meaning, origin|
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The boy's name Seraphim \s(e)-ra-phim\ is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is "burning ones". In Jewish scriptures, the seraphim are the highest-ranking angels of God (above angels, archangels, cherubim, etc.). They have six wings and are noted for their zealous love. There were two Saints Seraphim, one a 17th-century Italian, one an 18th-century Russian mystic.
Seraphim has 6 variant forms: Sarafino, Saraph, Serafin, Serafino, Seraph and Seraphimus.
Seraphim is an uncommon first name for men and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)
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