Safiyyah
Safiyyah 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 Safiyyah
Safiyyah is the fullest transliteration of Ṣafiyya, with the doubled y and final h reflecting the Arabic spelling. It means pure and a chosen, sincere friend. Ṣafiyya bint ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib, the Prophet's ﷺ aunt and mother of al-Zubayr ibn al-ʿAwwām, famously defended the Muslim women's fort at the Trench, and Ṣafiyya bint Ḥuyayy was among the Mothers of the Believers.
Is Safiyyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Safiyyah is a classic Muslim girl's name borne by a Mother of the Believers and by the Prophet's ﷺ aunt.
Where is the name Safiyyah used?
Favoured by English-speaking Muslim families who prefer a spelling close to the Arabic; used worldwide.
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Spellings and variants of Safiyyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Safiyyah mean?
Safiyyah means 'Pure; chosen, sincere friend'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Safiyyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Safiyyah is a classic Muslim girl's name borne by a Mother of the Believers and by the Prophet's ﷺ aunt.
How do you write Safiyyah in Arabic?
Safiyyah is written صفية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Safiyyah?
Safiyyah is pronounced sah-FEE-yah.