Wafiyyah
Wafiyyah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Faithful, loyal woman”.
| Meaning | Faithful, loyal woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | وفية |
| Pronunciation | wah-FEE-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Wafiyyah
Wafiyyah is a fuller English spelling of Wafiyya. The doubled y shows the stressed double letter in Arabic, and the final h marks the feminine ending. Its root, w-f-y, is about fulfilling promises, so the name praises a loyal and faithful woman. It carries the same virtue that the better-known Wafa celebrates. This spelling is mostly used by English-speaking Muslim families.
Is Wafiyyah a Muslim name?
Muslim families choose Wafiyyah, an Arabic girl's name, to honour the virtue of loyalty.
How popular is Wafiyyah?
It is used mostly by English-speaking Muslim families.
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Spellings and variants of Wafiyyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wafiyyah mean?
Wafiyyah means 'Faithful, loyal woman'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Wafiyyah a Muslim name?
Muslim families choose Wafiyyah, an Arabic girl's name, to honour the virtue of loyalty.
How do you pronounce Wafiyyah?
Wafiyyah is pronounced wah-FEE-yah.
Is Wafiyyah a boy or girl name?
Wafiyyah is usually a girl name.