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SafiyyahIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Pure and untainted

Pronunciation: sah-FEE-yah

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Name
Safiyyah
Meaning
Pure and untainted
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
sah-FEE-yah
Lucky Number
4
4
Lucky Number
Moon Day
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Safiyyah mean?

Safiyyah is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Pure and untainted". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: sah-FEE-yah. Lucky number: 4. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

صفیا

صفائی، پاکیزگی، نقائیت، واضح اور شفافیت

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

صفية

اسم مؤنث يعني النقاء و الطهارة و الصفاء

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

sah-FEE-yah

IPA

/sɑːˈfiːjɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Safiyyah is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Pure and untainted. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

4

Lucky Day

Moon Day

Lucky Colors

WhiteSilverGrey

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: A name for those who are nurturing, caring, and responsible, and who have a strong desire for harmony and balance in their lives

Personality

Personality Traits

PureInnocentVirtuousGentleV = VirtuousP = PiousI = InnocentG = Genuine

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

The name Safiyyah is associated with the concept of spiritual purity and cleanliness, reflecting the importance of inner purity in Islam.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Safiyyah is popular among Muslims, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries. It is often given to baby girls as a sign of desire for them to grow up to be pure, virtuous, and innocent individuals. The name also carries a sense of pride and joy, as it indicates that the parents believe their child will embody these virtues.
In Islamic spirituality, the name Safiyyah holds deep significance as it is the name of one of the Prophet Muhammad's wives. Safiyyah bint Huyayy ibn Akhtab was a woman of high moral character, renowned for her beauty, chastity, and devotion to the Prophet. Her name is a reminder of the importance of purity of the heart and soul in Islam. The Prophet Muhammad once described her as 'a servant of Allah and His Messenger, and a page of Paradise.' This religious significance adds an extra layer of meaning and importance to the name.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Safiyyah bint Huyayy ibn Akhtab was a prominent woman in early Islamic history. She was the wife of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and the mother of his son, Ibrahim.

7th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Safiyyah Abdul-RahmanSafiyyah El-SaftySafiyyah Mirza

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Safiyyah

purity, cleanliness, clarity, and innocence

🇵🇰Urdu

صفیا

صفائی، پاکیزگی، نقائیت، واضح اور شفافیت

🇸🇦Arabic

صفية

اسم مؤنث يعني النقاء و الطهارة و الصفاء

🇮🇳Hindi

सफिया

शुद्धता, पवित्रता, स्पष्टता और निर्मलता

🇦🇫Pashto

صفیه

پاکيزه، صفائي، نقيت، روښاني، او پاكيزگي

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