صافية

Saafia

girlArabic

Saafia is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pure, clear”.

MeaningPure, clear
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingصافية
PronunciationSAA-fee-ah
Arabic rootص ف و (ṣ-f-w) — purity, clarity
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Saafia

Saafia is a spelling of Ṣāfiya, 'pure, clear', with a long first vowel. It should not be confused with Ṣafiyya (short first vowel), the name of the Prophet's wife Ṣafiyya bint Ḥuyayy, though the two share the root of purity. Ṣāfiya is used in North Africa and South Asia.

Is Saafia a Muslim name?

Yes. Saafia is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pure and clear.

Where is the name Saafia used?

Used in North Africa and South Asia.

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Spellings and variants of Saafia

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Saafia mean?

Saafia means 'Pure, clear'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Saafia a Muslim name?

Yes. Saafia is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pure and clear.

How do you write Saafia in Arabic?

Saafia is written صافية in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Saafia?

Saafia is pronounced SAA-fee-ah.

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