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Hafsa

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Pronounced HAF-suh /ˈhæf.sə/Medium

Meaning: "gathering together" or "young lioness"Medium

In 30 seconds: Hafsa is an Arabic name read as 'gathering together' or 'young lioness'.
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Origin MediumArabic, Turkish, Urdu
Meaning"gathering together" or "young lioness"
U.S. rank (2024)#1516 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births142 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,445

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319812024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

From Arabic, Hafsa carries two complementary senses: 'gathering together' and 'young lioness'. Both images, one of unity and one of quiet strength, sit comfortably in the name. It has long been a familiar choice across Arabic-speaking communities.

The clipped two-syllable shape gives it a confident, grounded sound. Its variations span scripts and regions, from Hafsah and Hafza to the West African Hafsat and the Somali Xafsa.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Hafsa is 'gathering', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Hafsa — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

HafsahHafzaHafsatHafsatuXafsa

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Hafsa mean?

Hafsa is usually explained as meaning 'gathering' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.

How do you pronounce Hafsa?

It's commonly said HAF-suh /ˈhæf.sə/.

Is Hafsa a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Hafsa is used as a girl name.

How popular is Hafsa?

In 2024, Hafsa ranked #1516 in the U.S. for girls, with 142 births recorded.