Shifa
Shifa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Healing and cure”.
| Meaning | Healing and cure |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | شفاء |
| Pronunciation | shi-FAA |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Shifa
Shifa means healing, from the Arabic shifāʾ and the root sh-f-y, to cure. The Quran presents itself, and honey too, as a cure for people. Among the women around the Prophet ﷺ was al-Shifāʾ bint ʿAbd Allāh, a scholarly Companion who taught others to write and whom ʿUmar entrusted with overseeing Madinah's market. Qāḍī ʿIyāḍ's famous biography of the Prophet ﷺ is likewise titled al-Shifā.
Is Shifa a Muslim name?
The learned Companion al-Shifa bint Abdullah bore this name, and the Quran speaks of honey with the words 'in it is healing (shifāʾ) for people' (Quran 16:69).
How popular is Shifa?
Shifa is used in Muslim communities all over the world.
Gifts with the name Shifa
- Shifa name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Shifa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shifa mean?
Shifa means 'Healing and cure'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Shifa a Muslim name?
The learned Companion al-Shifa bint Abdullah bore this name, and the Quran speaks of honey with the words 'in it is healing (shifāʾ) for people' (Quran 16:69).
How do you pronounce Shifa?
Shifa is pronounced shi-FAA.
Is Shifa a boy or girl name?
Shifa is usually a girl name.