US Popularity:4948
Origin:Swahili
Meaning:Friend, confidante; Pure
Safia is a girl's given name that originates from Swahili culture. This name is associated with purity and also symbolizes a good friend and confidante. It is an alternative spelling to Safiyah, a popular girl's name in Arabic and Swahili-speaking countries. No doubt you and baby will form a lifelong friendship and bond that is pure and trusting!
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Safia Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Safia is currently #2771 on The Bump
Girl:Safia is currently #1228 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Safia is currently #4948 in U.S. births
Girl:Safia is currently #1746 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#4948
in 2022
+ 378
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data

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