NAME PROFILE
Safiya
Safiya is an Arabic name meaning 'pure' or 'sincere.' It embodies qualities of clarity, honesty, and strength. The name evokes a sense of elegance and depth, suggesting a person who is not only genuine but also deeply insightful.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,831 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2024 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1975 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 44%CA — 21%TX — 15%IL — 11%FL — 9%
Notable People
Safiya Nygaard (YouTuber and content creator) · Safiya Mahmood (Activist for women's rights) · Safiya Hussain (Fashion designer) · Safiya Ali (Author and speaker) · Safiya Elhillo (Poet and author)
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