GirlClassic

Safiya

/sa-FEE-ya/

Pure, untouched, sincere friend

What does Safiya mean?

Safiya means pure + sincere — a wife of Prophet Muhammad.

Origin

Arabic

Religious / cultural tradition

Muslim

Variations

Safiya · Safiyya · Sophia

Nicknames

Saffy

Sibling name ideas

Boys

Yusuf
Hassan
Karim

Girls

Aisha
Maryam
Hadia

More girl names like Safiya

ZaraBlooming flower, princess, radiance LaylaNight, dark beauty AishaLiving, prosperous, alive MariamBeloved, wished-for child, of the sea InaayaCare, concern, gift of god AmaniPeace, wishes, aspirations

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