صوفیہ

Sufia

girlArabic / Urdu

Sufia is a Muslim girl name meaning “Sufi-like; pure, devout”.

MeaningSufi-like; pure, devout
GenderGirl
OriginArabic / Urdu
Arabic spellingصوفیہ
PronunciationSOO-fee-ah
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Sufia

Sufia is a South Asian girl's name usually understood as the feminine of ṣūfī, 'mystic, devout', and associated with ṣafā', 'purity'. It is distinct from Greek Sophia ('wisdom'), though the two are sometimes confused. A well-known bearer is Begum Sufia Kamal, the Bangladeshi poet and activist.

Is Sufia a Muslim name?

Yes. Sufia is used by Muslim families in South Asia, where it is understood as relating to Sufi devotion and purity.

Where is the name Sufia used?

Mainly used in Bangladesh, India and Pakistan.

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Spellings and variants of Sufia

SufiyaSufiyahSoofia

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Sufia mean?

Sufia means 'Sufi-like; pure, devout'. It comes from Arabic / Urdu.

Is Sufia a Muslim name?

Yes. Sufia is used by Muslim families in South Asia, where it is understood as relating to Sufi devotion and purity.

How do you write Sufia in Arabic?

Sufia is written صوفیہ in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Sufia?

Sufia is pronounced SOO-fee-ah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.