Safiya
Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Safiya: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2012.
With roots in Arabic, Safiya comes from the word *safiyy* meaning “pure” or “clear,” and it is also the feminine form of Safi, carrying connotations of sincerity and friendship. One of the most celebrated bearers was Safiya bint Huyayy, a noble figure in early Islamic history who became a wife of the Prophet Muhammad. In modern times, the name is shared by Safiya Nygaard, a popular American YouTuber known for her beauty and lifestyle content. A common variant spelling is Safia, and the name
Girl 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20123 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #7803 babies
- Total births
- 6since 2012
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y