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Safiya

Girl NameArabic Origin

Meaning

Variant transcription of SAFIYYAH.

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Name Personality

Based on famous people named Safiya and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:

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Spirituality
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Integrity
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Success
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Kindness
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Compassion

Famous People Named Safiya

Safiya Bukhari

Safiya Bukhari (born Bernice Jones; 1950 – August 24, 2003) was an American political prisoner and member of the Black Panther Party.

Safiya Noble

Safiya Umoja Noble is a Professor at UCLA, and is the Co-Founder and Co-Director of the UCLA Center for Critical Internet Inquiry.

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Safiya al Bahlani

Safiya al Bahlani (born 1986) is an Omani artist, graphic designer, disability rights activist, and motivational speaker.

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Safiya Hussaini

Safiya Hussaini Tungar Tudu (born 1967) is a Nigerian woman condemned to death for adultery in 2002.

Safiya Songhai

Safiya Songhai, is an American Film Director, University Professor, Television Anchor/Reporter and beauty queen.

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Shares a similar meaning of 'radiance' or 'brightness' and is a common Arabic name.
Sofia
Greek
Both names derive from roots meaning 'wisdom' or 'insight'.
Anya
Russian
Shares a similar soft and elegant sound and evokes a sense of grace and intelligence.
Niamh
Irish
Both names have a melodic quality and suggest a gentle strength.

Safiya in Other Languages

ArabicSafi
TurkishSafiye

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