Afifah Girl

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationah-FEE-fah / /æˈfiːfə/

Arabic; Malay

Meaning

modest, virtuous (Arabic); pure, chaste (Malay)

Historical & Cultural Background

In Arabic culture, Afifah is often associated with qualities of modesty and virtue, reflecting values in Islamic teachings. The name is used in various Arabic-speaking countries and is appreciated for its positive connotations. In Malay culture, Afifah also signifies purity and chastity, aligning with traditional values in the region. The name is embraced in both cultures for its moral significance.

Similar Names

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Variants

  • Afifa
  • Afifah

International Variants

  • Afifa (Arabic)
  • Afifah (Malay)

Famous people named Afifah

Afifah Basyir — Indonesian actress.

Afifah S. — Malaysian singer.

Fictional characters named Afifah

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Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Afifah was first seen in the United States in 2003. Afifah has ranked as high as #1376 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Afifah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Afifah

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20035
20115
20125