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By Linda Rosenkrantz · Jul 2026

Safiyya

OriginArabic
Meaning"confidante, best friend"
GenderGirl
NB Rank#12981

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About Safiyya

The name Safiyya peaked for girls at #6570 in 2024. The name is most popular in SAFIYYA and SAFIYYA.

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  • 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

Safiyya in pop culture

  • Safiya Nygaard

    Youtube personality, formerly working with Buzzfeed

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