Zafirah
Zafirah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Victorious, triumphant”.
| Meaning | Victorious, triumphant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ظافرة |
| Pronunciation | ZAH-fi-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Singapore, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Zafirah
Zafirah is Zāfira written with a final h, which stands for the Arabic feminine ending. As the female counterpart of Ẓāfir, the victorious one, it comes from the same root, ẓ-f-r, as the boy's name Zafar. The name carries a wish for triumph and success. Families in Malaysia and Singapore, and Muslims in English-speaking countries, tend to prefer this spelling over the shorter Zafira.
Is Zafirah a Muslim name?
Zafirah is an Arabic Muslim name and another spelling of Zafira. Its meaning, victorious, gives it an encouraging, confident tone.
How popular is Zafirah?
It is found in Malaysia and Singapore and among South Asian diaspora families.
Gifts with the name Zafirah
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Spellings and variants of Zafirah
Names similar to Zafirah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zafirah mean?
Zafirah means 'Victorious, triumphant'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zafirah a Muslim name?
Zafirah is an Arabic Muslim name and another spelling of Zafira. Its meaning, victorious, gives it an encouraging, confident tone.
How do you pronounce Zafirah?
Zafirah is pronounced ZAH-fi-rah.
Is Zafirah a boy or girl name?
Zafirah is usually a girl name.