Saffron

Saffron Meaning & Origin

About Saffron
The name "Saffron" is derived from the Persian word "za'faran" and refers to a valuable spice made from the dried stigmas of the crocus flower. Symbolizing purity, luxury, and exoticism, Saffron is known for its vibrant golden color and distinct aroma. As a name, Saffron often represents individuals who are creative, passionate, and possess a unique and captivating personality.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Saffron are female.

Saffron Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -30.77% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
SFRN
🗽 NYSIIS
SA
🔊 Soundex
S01605
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
S AE1 F R AH0 N
🌐 IPA
/ˈsæfrən/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('SFRN', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
S165

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Saffron in Braille

Here's how to represent Saffron in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Saffron in braille

How to Spell the Name Saffron in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Saffron using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Saffron in sign language

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