Shafeeqah
Shafeeqah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Compassionate, tender-hearted”.
| Meaning | Compassionate, tender-hearted |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | شفيقة |
| Pronunciation | shah-FEE-kah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Algeria, Morocco |
Meaning and origin of Shafeeqah
Shafeeqah, a way of writing Shafīqa, is the female form of Shafiq and describes a compassionate and caring woman. Its root means to feel compassion and concern. The closing h stands for the Arabic feminine ending. North Africans commonly spell it Chafika, and Turkish speakers say Şefika. Across all these forms, the name expresses a hope for a kind and tender-hearted daughter.
Is Shafeeqah a Muslim name?
Muslim families choose Shafeeqah, an Arabic name, for a daughter they hope will be compassionate.
How popular is Shafeeqah?
South Asian families use it, and in Algeria and Morocco it usually appears as Chafika.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shafeeqah mean?
Shafeeqah means 'Compassionate, tender-hearted'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Shafeeqah a Muslim name?
Muslim families choose Shafeeqah, an Arabic name, for a daughter they hope will be compassionate.
How do you pronounce Shafeeqah?
Shafeeqah is pronounced shah-FEE-kah.
Is Shafeeqah a boy or girl name?
Shafeeqah is usually a girl name.