Safia
Safia is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pure; chosen, sincere friend”.
| Meaning | Pure; chosen, sincere friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | صفية |
| Pronunciation | sah-FEE-ah |
| Arabic root | ص ف و (ṣ-f-w) — to be clear, pure |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Safia
Safia is a simplified spelling of Ṣafiyya, a feminine name meaning pure, or a chosen and sincere friend. Two great women carried it: Ṣafiyya bint Ḥuyayy, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and one of the Mothers of the Believers, and his aunt Ṣafiyya bint ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib, known for her courage at the Battle of the Trench. The Safia spelling is common in North Africa and the West.
Is Safia a Muslim name?
Yes. Safia is a Muslim name, a spelling of Ṣafiyya, the name of a Mother of the Believers and of the Prophet's ﷺ aunt.
Where is the name Safia used?
Used across the Muslim world; this spelling is especially common in the Maghreb, Egypt and among English and French speakers.
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Spellings and variants of Safia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Safia mean?
Safia means 'Pure; chosen, sincere friend'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Safia a Muslim name?
Yes. Safia is a Muslim name, a spelling of Ṣafiyya, the name of a Mother of the Believers and of the Prophet's ﷺ aunt.
How do you write Safia in Arabic?
Safia is written صفية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Safia?
Safia is pronounced sah-FEE-ah.