Nafeesa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnah-FEE-sah / næˈfiːsəArabic; Swahili
Meaning
Arabic: 'precious'; Swahili: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nafeesa is derived from the Arabic word 'nafis', which means precious or valuable. It is commonly used in Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities. In Swahili-speaking regions, the name carries connotations of nobility and respect. The name reflects cultural values associated with honor and esteem.
Trend Summary
The name Nafeesa has seen moderate popularity in various communities, particularly among Arabic and Swahili speakers.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nafisa
International Variants
- Nafisa (Arabic)
- Nafeesa (Swahili)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nafeesa was first seen in the United States in 1976. Nafeesa has ranked as high as #1077 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Nafeesa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nafeesa (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |