Afiya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-FEE-yah / əˈfiːjəArabic; Swahili
Meaning
Arabic: healthy; Swahili: born during a time of peace
Historical & Cultural Background
Afiya is derived from the Arabic word 'afiyah,' which means health or well-being. It is also used in Swahili-speaking cultures, where it carries connotations of peace and tranquility. The name is often given to girls in various cultures, symbolizing a wish for a healthy and peaceful life. It reflects positive attributes that parents hope to bestow upon their daughters.
Trend Summary
The name Afiya has seen moderate popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unique and meaningful names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Afia
- Afiya
International Variants
- Afiya (Swahili)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Afiya was first seen in the United States in 1973. Afiya has ranked as high as #1357 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Afiya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Afiya (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 10 |