Safiya
Safiya is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Pure; a sincere, chosen friend”.
| Meaning | Pure; a sincere, chosen friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | صفية |
| Pronunciation | sah-FEE-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide, United Kingdom, United States, Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Safiya
Safiya is a widely used English spelling of Safiyya. It speaks of purity and clearness, and also of a dear friend chosen above others. Its most honoured bearer is Safiyya bint Huyayy, whose father led the Banu Nadir tribe. She married the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, became a Mother of the Believers, and is remembered by historians as a patient and gentle woman.
Is Safiya a Muslim name?
Safiya honours Safiyya bint Huyayy, who was married to the Prophet ﷺ, and his aunt Safiyya bint Abd al-Muttalib.
How popular is Safiya?
It is popular throughout the Muslim world and with Muslim families in Britain, America and Nigeria.
Gifts with the name Safiya
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Spellings and variants of Safiya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Safiya mean?
Safiya means 'Pure; a sincere, chosen friend'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Safiya a Muslim name?
Safiya honours Safiyya bint Huyayy, who was married to the Prophet ﷺ, and his aunt Safiyya bint Abd al-Muttalib.
How do you pronounce Safiya?
Safiya is pronounced sah-FEE-yah.
Is Safiya a boy or girl name?
Safiya is usually a girl name.