Safaa
Safaa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Purity, clarity, serenity”.
| Meaning | Purity, clarity, serenity |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | صفاء |
| Pronunciation | sa-FAA |
| Arabic root | ص ف و (ṣ-f-w) — purity, clarity |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Safaa
Safaa is the Arabic ṣafāʾ, 'purity, clarity, serenity', a word also used in Sufi writing for purity of heart. It shares its root with al-Ṣafā, the hill in Makkah where pilgrims begin the walk between Ṣafā and Marwa, retracing the steps of Hājar. The name is very common in Egypt and the Levant.
Is Safaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Safaa is a Muslim name meaning purity, closely linked with the hill of al-Ṣafā mentioned in the Quran.
Is Safaa in the Quran?
The related hill is named in the Quran: 'Indeed, al-Safa and al-Marwah are among the symbols of Allah' (Quran 2:158).
Where is the name Safaa used?
Common in Egypt, the Levant and Iraq; Safae in Morocco and Sefa in Turkey.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Safaa mean?
Safaa means 'Purity, clarity, serenity'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Safaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Safaa is a Muslim name meaning purity, closely linked with the hill of al-Ṣafā mentioned in the Quran.
How do you write Safaa in Arabic?
Safaa is written صفاء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Safaa?
Safaa is pronounced sa-FAA.
Is Safaa mentioned in the Quran?
The related hill is named in the Quran: 'Indeed, al-Safa and al-Marwah are among the symbols of Allah' (Quran 2:158).