Safiya
Safiya 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-yah |
| Arabic root | ص ف و (ṣ-f-w) — to be clear, pure |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Safiya
Safiya is one of the most common English spellings of Ṣafiyya. The name means pure and clear, and also a best or chosen friend. Its greatest bearer is Ṣafiyya bint Ḥuyayy, daughter of a chief of the Banu Naḍīr, who married the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and became a Mother of the Believers, noted in the sources for her patience and gentleness.
Is Safiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Safiya is a Muslim name, the name of Ṣafiyya bint Ḥuyayy, a wife of the Prophet ﷺ, and of his aunt Ṣafiyya bint ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib.
Where is the name Safiya used?
Popular across the Muslim world and among Muslim families in the UK, US and Nigeria.
Gifts with the name Safiya
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Spellings and variants of Safiya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Safiya mean?
Safiya means 'Pure; chosen, sincere friend'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Safiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Safiya is a Muslim name, the name of Ṣafiyya bint Ḥuyayy, a wife of the Prophet ﷺ, and of his aunt Ṣafiyya bint ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib.
How do you write Safiya in Arabic?
Safiya is written صفية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Safiya?
Safiya is pronounced sah-FEE-yah.