Safiatou
Safiatou is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pure; chosen friend”.
| Meaning | Pure; chosen friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Fula/Manding form of Arabic Safiyya |
| Arabic spelling | صفية |
| Pronunciation | sah-fee-ah-TOO |
| Arabic root | ص ف و (ṣ-f-w) — to be pure, clear |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Safiatou
Safiatou is the West African form of Ṣafiyya, with the feminine ending sounded as -tou. Ṣafiyya bint Ḥuyayy was a wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and a Mother of the Believers, and Ṣafiyya bint ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib was his aunt. The name is common in Guinea, Mali and Burkina Faso.
Is Safiatou a Muslim name?
Yes. Safiatou is a Muslim name, a West African form of Ṣafiyya, a wife of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Safiatou used?
Common in Guinea, Mali, Burkina Faso and Senegal.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Safiatou mean?
Safiatou means 'Pure; chosen friend'. It comes from Fula/Manding form of Arabic Safiyya.
Is Safiatou a Muslim name?
Yes. Safiatou is a Muslim name, a West African form of Ṣafiyya, a wife of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Safiatou in Arabic?
Safiatou is written صفية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Safiatou?
Safiatou is pronounced sah-fee-ah-TOO.