Safina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsah-FEE-nah / /sæˈfiːnə/Arabic; Persian; Swahili
Meaning
pure; innocent (Arabic); prosperous (Persian); flower (Swahili)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Safina is often associated with purity and innocence, reflecting cultural values of virtue. The Persian interpretation emphasizes prosperity, linking the name to positive attributes in literature and society. In Swahili, it denotes a flower, symbolizing beauty and growth, common in the region's naming traditions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Safinah
- Saphina
International Variants
- Safina (Arabic)
- Safin (Persian)
- Safina (Swahili)
Famous people named Safina
Safina Al-Azhar — activist.
Safina B. — artist.
Fictional characters named Safina
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Safina was first seen in the United States in 2000. Safina has ranked as high as #1327 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Safina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Safina (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 10 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 33 |