Saafiyah
Saafiyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pure, clear”.
| Meaning | Pure, clear |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | صافية |
| Pronunciation | SAA-fee-yah |
| Arabic root | ص ف و (ṣ-f-w) — purity, clarity |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Saafiyah
Saafiyah represents Ṣāfiya, the feminine of ṣāfī, 'pure, clear, untroubled'. It is related to, but distinct from, Ṣafiyya, the name of the Mother of the Believers Ṣafiyya bint Ḥuyayy and of the Prophet's aunt Ṣafiyya bint ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib. Many families use the two spellings interchangeably.
Is Saafiyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Saafiyah is a Muslim name meaning pure, closely related to the name Ṣafiyya borne by a wife of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Saafiyah used?
Used among English-speaking and South Asian Muslims.
Gifts with the name Saafiyah
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Saafiyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saafiyah mean?
Saafiyah means 'Pure, clear'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Saafiyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Saafiyah is a Muslim name meaning pure, closely related to the name Ṣafiyya borne by a wife of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Saafiyah in Arabic?
Saafiyah is written صافية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Saafiyah?
Saafiyah is pronounced SAA-fee-yah.