Safa
Safa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Purity, clarity, serenity”.
| Meaning | Purity, clarity, serenity |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | صفا |
| Pronunciation | sah-FAH |
| Arabic root | ص ف و (ṣ-f-w) — to be clear, pure |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Safa
Safa means purity and clarity, and is also the name of the small hill of al-Ṣafā beside the Kaʿba in Makkah. Pilgrims walk between Safa and Marwa during Hajj and ʿUmra, retracing the steps of Hajar as she searched for water for her son Ismaʿil.
Is Safa a Muslim name?
Yes. Safa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning purity, and it is the name of one of the sacred hills mentioned in the Quran.
Is Safa in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Indeed, al-Safa and al-Marwa are among the symbols of Allah' (Quran 2:158).
Where is the name Safa used?
Popular across the Arab world, Turkey (as Sefa), South Asia and West Africa.
Gifts with the name Safa
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Spellings and variants of Safa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Safa mean?
Safa means 'Purity, clarity, serenity'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Safa a Muslim name?
Yes. Safa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning purity, and it is the name of one of the sacred hills mentioned in the Quran.
How do you write Safa in Arabic?
Safa is written صفا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Safa?
Safa is pronounced sah-FAH.
Is Safa mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Indeed, al-Safa and al-Marwa are among the symbols of Allah' (Quran 2:158).