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Safina

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Pronounced sah-FEE-nah /sɑˈfi.nɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic safina, 'a ship, vessel' (also used in Swahili)Medium

In 30 seconds: A vessel for the journey: Safina is Arabic for 'a ship'. Evocative, graceful, and worldly — carrying its bearer onward.

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Origin MediumArabic, Swahili

MeaningFrom Arabic safina, 'a ship, vessel' (also used in Swahili)

U.S. rank (2025)#5073 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births26 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 384

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Safina comes from Arabic safina, 'a ship, vessel' (also used in Swahili). An evocative, graceful name across the Arab and East African worlds, it suggests a voyage and safe passage.

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim and East African families. Rare, a-ship at the root, and evocative.

Did you know? Safina means 'ship, vessel' in Arabic (and Swahili) — an evocative name suggesting a voyage; it's used across the Arab and East African worlds.

Overall data confidence 78%

Arabic references — safina — etymology

Variations

SafeenaSapphina

Nicknames

Safi

Famous Bearers

★Dinara Safina (1986-)
Russian professional tennis player who reached World No. 1 ranking in women's singles

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Safina mean?

Safina is Arabic for 'a ship, vessel'.

How do you pronounce Safina?

It's said sah-FEE-nah /sɑˈfi.nɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Safina a boy or girl name?

Safina is a girl's name.

How popular is Safina?

Safina is a rare name in the U.S.