Sufia
Sufia is a Muslim girl name of Arabic / Urdu origin, meaning “Devout, pure”.
| Meaning | Devout, pure |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic / Urdu |
| Written as | صوفیہ |
| Pronunciation | SOO-fee-ah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Bangladesh, India, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Sufia
Sufia is a girl's name from South Asia. Most people understand it as the feminine of ṣūfī, a mystic or devout person, and they also associate it with ṣafā', purity. It is not the same name as the Greek Sophia, which means wisdom, even though the two are often confused. One well-known bearer was Begum Sufia Kamal, the Bangladeshi poet who was also a tireless activist.
Is Sufia a Muslim name?
South Asian Muslim families give Sufia, which they understand as pointing to Sufi devotion and purity.
How popular is Sufia?
It is used mainly in Bangladesh, India and Pakistan.
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Spellings and variants of Sufia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sufia mean?
Sufia means 'Devout, pure'. It is of Arabic / Urdu origin.
Is Sufia a Muslim name?
South Asian Muslim families give Sufia, which they understand as pointing to Sufi devotion and purity.
How do you pronounce Sufia?
Sufia is pronounced SOO-fee-ah.
Is Sufia a boy or girl name?
Sufia is usually a girl name.