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Safiyya
Pronounced sah-FEE-yah /sɑˈfi.jɑ/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Safiyya — from Arabic, 'pure, clear; sincere; a chosen, sincere friend; the best of something'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Safiyya is a spelling of Safiyya — from Arabic, 'pure, clear; sincere; a chosen, sincere friend; the best of something' (from the root s-f-w, 'purity'). The name honors Safiyya bint Huyayy, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad. A lyrical, devout name (said 'sah-FEE-yah'; nickname Safi).
In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, pure-and-a-chosen-friend at the root, and devout.
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What does the name Safiyya mean?
Safiyya is Arabic for 'pure, clear; sincere; a chosen, sincere friend'.
How do you pronounce Safiyya?
It's said sah-FEE-yah /sɑˈfi.jɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Safiyya a boy or girl name?
Safiyya is a girl's name.
How popular is Safiyya?
Safiyya is a rare name in the U.S.