Safiyya

Arabic

"confidante, best friend"

Safiyya Origin and Meaning

The name Safiyya is a girl's name of Arabic origin meaning "confidante, best friend".

The fact that this is pronounced sah-FEE-yah would cause Western ears to hear it as Sophia.

Popularity of the name Safiyya

• 1789 Nameberry 2020

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Famous People Named Safiyya

• Safiyyah bint Huyayy a wife of the Prophet Muhammad
• Saffiyah binte ‘Abd al Muṭṭalib, companion and aunt of Muhammad
• Safiyyah bint Abi al 'As, mother of Ramla bint Abi Sufyan, another wife of Muhammad

The name Safiyya in Pop Culture

• Safiya Nygaard Youtube personality, formerly working with Buzzfeed