Safira
Safira is a Muslim girl name meaning “Ambassador, envoy”.
| Meaning | Ambassador, envoy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سفيرة |
| Pronunciation | sah-FEE-rah |
| Arabic root | س ف ر (s-f-r) — to travel, to go between, to reveal |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Safira
Safira is usually taken as the Arabic safīra, the feminine of safīr (ambassador, envoy), from a root to do with travelling and going between people. As a given name it is particularly popular in Indonesia and Malaysia, where it is often spelled Safira or Syafira. It should not be confused with Sapphira, a separate Hebrew-Greek name.
Is Safira a Muslim name?
Yes. Safira is used as a Muslim girl's name, read as the Arabic safīra (ambassador), and is especially popular in Indonesia and Malaysia.
Where is the name Safira used?
Most popular in Indonesia and Malaysia; also found in Arab countries.
Gifts with the name Safira
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Spellings and variants of Safira
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Safira mean?
Safira means 'Ambassador, envoy'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Safira a Muslim name?
Yes. Safira is used as a Muslim girl's name, read as the Arabic safīra (ambassador), and is especially popular in Indonesia and Malaysia.
How do you write Safira in Arabic?
Safira is written سفيرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Safira?
Safira is pronounced sah-FEE-rah.