Safeenah
Safeenah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Ship, boat, ark”.
| Meaning | Ship, boat, ark |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سفينة |
| Pronunciation | sa-FEE-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | India, Pakistan, East Africa |
Meaning and origin of Safeenah
Safeenah is a spelling of safina, the Arabic word for a ship or boat. Its root first described gliding along a surface, just as a boat glides over the sea. The Quran uses the word for Noah's Ark and for the boat that Khidr holed in his story with Musa, so the name suggests rescue and safe passage. It is an uncommon girl's name, found in South Asia and East Africa.
Is Safeenah a Muslim name?
Muslim parents who choose Safeenah are recalling the Ark, as the Quran says: 'But We saved him and the people of the ship, and made it a sign for the worlds' (Quran 29:15).
How popular is Safeenah?
It is uncommon and mostly found in South Asian and East African Muslim families, who usually write Safina or Safeena.
Gifts with the name Safeenah
- Safeenah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Safeenah baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Safeenah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Safeenah mean?
Safeenah means 'Ship, boat, ark'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Safeenah a Muslim name?
Muslim parents who choose Safeenah are recalling the Ark, as the Quran says: 'But We saved him and the people of the ship, and made it a sign for the worlds' (Quran 29:15).
How do you pronounce Safeenah?
Safeenah is pronounced sa-FEE-nah.
Is Safeenah a boy or girl name?
Safeenah is usually a girl name.