Alafia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LAH-fee-ah / əˈlɑːfiəAfrican; Yoruba
Meaning
Yoruba: peace; tranquility
Historical & Cultural Background
Alafia is a name of Yoruba origin, commonly used in Nigeria and among the Yoruba diaspora. In Yoruba culture, names often reflect the circumstances of a child's birth or the family's aspirations. The concept of peace and tranquility is significant in many African cultures, symbolizing harmony and well-being.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alafia was first seen in the United States in 1977. Alafia has ranked as high as #1095 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Alafia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1977 | 5 |