Safiya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Safiya originates from Arabic, meaning 'pure' or 'sincere'. It has evolved from historical forms in Arabic and is currently recognized for its positive traits. Safiya has no biblical relevance. Over time, the name has gained popularity, particularly in Islamic contexts, and is associated with elegance and uniqueness.
The name Safiya is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Safiya has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Safiya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5573rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3815th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3096th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1873rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Safiya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Safiya"
Pronunciation
/səˈfiːjə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Safiya derives from the Arabic word 'safiyyah', meaning 'pure' or 'sincere'. It is often associated with a sense of clarity and purity.
Meaning
pure, sincere
Language Evolution
Safiyya (Arabic), Safiya (Medieval Arabic), Safiya (Modern Arabic)
Historical Usage
The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Islamic contexts, and has grown in popularity in recent years as a feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Safiyah, Safi, Safa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Safiya is perceived as a unique and elegant name. It is favored in various cultures and is seen as a name with positive connotations.
Famous People
Safiya Nygaard, an American YouTuber and content creator, Safiya Ali, a notable figure in social activism
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Safiya"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Safiya"
"Safiya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5573rd of 19264 | 144 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3815th of 27321 | 405 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3096th of 35406 | 807 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1873rd of 30306 | 1,306 |
Regional Popularity of "Safiya" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Safiya" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
65.52% 2282nd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
33.65% 1506th/4475 |
- |
90.11% 5692nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
57.84% 2650th/4582 |
39.14% 2021st/5164 |
51.91% 3796th/7313 |
50.86% 3796th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
40.94% 1631st/3984 |
23.53% 1056th/4487 |
35.41% 2416th/6822 |
37.21% 2335th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Safiya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Safiya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.