Safa
Safa is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Purity, clarity, or serenity.
Origin and history
Safa is a given name of Arabic origin meaning clarity, purity, or serenity. It is also associated with Al-Safa, a sacred hill in Mecca mentioned in Islamic tradition. In the United States, its usage has grown moderately in recent years, placing it among the top 1,500 names for girls.
Popularity in the United States
2,939 babies in the United States have been named Safa since 1880. It ranks #3267 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1219.
States where it is most popular
- NY (18.7 %)
- CA (18.2 %)
- MN (14 %)
- TX (11.3 %)
- IL (10.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 8 |
| 1980-1990 | 71 |
| 1990-2000 | 243 |
| 2000-2010 | 627 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,006 |
| 2020-2029 | 984 |
Famous people named Safa
- Safa Al Hashem: politician, parliamentarian
Fun facts
- Safā refers to one of the two historical hills in Mecca between which pilgrims travel during the Islamic ritual of Sa'i.
- The name derives from an Arabic verb root conveying the ideas of clear weather, unclouded skies, and pure essence.