Hafsa
Hafsa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Young lioness”.
| Meaning | Young lioness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حفصة |
| Pronunciation | HAF-sah |
| Arabic root | ح ف ص (ḥ-f-ṣ) |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hafsa
Hafsa is traditionally explained as 'young lioness' or 'cub', from ḥafṣ, an old Arabic word for a lion cub. Its fame comes from Ḥafṣa bint ʿUmar, daughter of the caliph ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb and wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. She was entrusted with the written copy of the Quran compiled under Abū Bakr, which was later used by ʿUthmān.
Is Hafsa a Muslim name?
Yes. Hafsa is a well-loved Muslim name. It was the name of Hafsa bint Umar, one of the Mothers of the Believers.
Where is the name Hafsa used?
Popular worldwide, especially in Pakistan, India, Morocco, Turkey (Hafsa) and the UK.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hafsa mean?
Hafsa means 'Young lioness'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hafsa a Muslim name?
Yes. Hafsa is a well-loved Muslim name. It was the name of Hafsa bint Umar, one of the Mothers of the Believers.
How do you write Hafsa in Arabic?
Hafsa is written حفصة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hafsa?
Hafsa is pronounced HAF-sah.