حفيظة

Hafida

girlArabic, Maghreb

Hafida is a Muslim girl name meaning “Protector, guardian; protected”.

MeaningProtector, guardian; protected
GenderGirl
OriginArabic, Maghreb
Arabic spellingحفيظة
Pronunciationha-FEE-dah
Arabic rootح ف ظ (ḥ-f-ẓ) — to guard, protect
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Hafida

Hafida is the Maghrebi spelling of Ḥafīẓa, feminine of Ḥafīẓ, guardian or one who preserves. The ẓ is pronounced d in Moroccan and Algerian speech. It is a common name among women in Morocco and Algeria.

Is Hafida a Muslim name?

Yes. Hafida is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'protector' or 'guardian'.

Where is the name Hafida used?

Common in Morocco and Algeria.

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Spellings and variants of Hafida

HafizaHafeezaHafidha

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Hafida mean?

Hafida means 'Protector, guardian; protected'. It comes from Arabic, Maghreb.

Is Hafida a Muslim name?

Yes. Hafida is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'protector' or 'guardian'.

How do you write Hafida in Arabic?

Hafida is written حفيظة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Hafida?

Hafida is pronounced ha-FEE-dah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.