Safaa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsah-FAH / /sæˈfɑː/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
purity; clarity
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Safaa signifies purity and clarity, often associated with spiritual cleanliness and innocence. The name is used in various Islamic cultures, reflecting values of purity in both personal character and faith. In Persian, it also carries similar meanings, often linked to clarity of thought and intention. The name is appreciated in both cultures for its positive connotations.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Safah
- Safa
International Variants
- Safa (Arabic)
- Safaa (Arabic)
Famous people named Safaa
Safaa Elhusseiny — Egyptian artist.
Safaa Alhussein — Iraqi poet.
Fictional characters named Safaa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Safaa was first seen in the United States in 1990. Safaa has ranked as high as #1389 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Safaa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Safaa (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 16 |