Safiyya - girls name

Safiyya name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 79%

Safiyya name meaning:

The name Safiyya is of Arabic origin and has a beautiful meaning. Safiyya is derived from the Arabic word "safiyy" which means "pure" or "clean". This name carries a sense of purity, innocence, and righteousness. It is often associated with qualities such as honesty, sincerity, and uprightness.

In Islamic tradition, Safiyya holds a significant place as it was the name of one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad. Safiyya bint Huyayy, known for her piety and devotion, was a respected figure in Islamic history. Her name represents the ideal virtues that Muslim parents aspire for their daughters to possess.

Parents who choose the name Safiyya for their daughter may hope that she will embody the qualities of purity, sincerity, and righteousness throughout her life. The name Safiyya is a beautiful choice for those seeking a name that symbolizes moral excellence and spiritual purity.

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Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 1195 out of 5581

28 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    1441
  • 5yrs

    277
  • 1yr

    -182

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

Historical popularity of Safiyya

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