Wafa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationwah-FAH / wæˈfɑːArabic
Meaning
loyalty; faithfulness
Historical & Cultural Background
Wafa is a feminine name of Arabic origin, commonly used in various Arabic-speaking countries. It embodies qualities of loyalty and faithfulness, which are highly valued in many cultures. The name is often associated with positive traits and is used in both traditional and modern contexts. It has gained popularity in diverse communities around the world.
Trend Summary
The name Wafa has seen moderate use in various regions, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Wafaa
- Wafah
International Variants
- Wafa (Arabic)
- Wafaa (Arabic)
Famous people named Wafa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wafa was first seen in the United States in 1974. Wafa has ranked as high as #1282 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Wafa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wafa (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 14 |