Safiyyah
Girl name · 10 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Safiyyah: 10 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2011.
Safiyyah, a name of Arabic origin, means "pure" or "best friend," and was the name of one of the Prophet Muhammad's wives, Safiyyah bint Huyayy, known for her intelligence and diplomacy. The name has no direct Scottish place connections, but it shares its root with the place name Safi in Morocco. A notable historical bearer is Safiyyah bint Abdul-Muttalib, an aunt of the Prophet and a poet-warrior. In a Scottish context, the name's gentle sound and meaningful roots have made it an increasingly popular choice among families seeking a name with spiritual depth, and it is sometimes spelled Safiya or Safia. The name also appears in the form Safi, which means "pure" in Swahili.
Girl 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20114 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #7903 babies
- Total births
- 10since 2011
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y