Shafia
Fact sheet
- Name
- Shafia
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Shafia is a shortened form of the Arabic name Shafiyya. The meaning of the name can be translated as 'the Healer' or 'the Rescuer.'
What does the name Shafia mean?
Shafia is a girl's name that is understood as a short form of the Arabic name Shafiyya. With the translation 'the Healer' or 'the Rescuer,' the name conveys a positive message. The origins of the name lie in Arabic, derived from shafa'a (شافية), which means 'healing' or 'cure,' or possibly from afī' (شَفِيع), which means 'intercessor,' 'mediator,' or 'protector.'
Where does the name Shafia come from?
The name Shafia has Arabic roots and means 'the Healer.'
How do you pronounce Shafia?
Shafia is pronounced like 'Sha-fi-a.'
Popularity
In Germany, Shafia is one of the rarer first names. In 2017, the name ranked 3,952nd on the list of the most common female baby names. Its highest placement was in 2005 at rank 882. In the last ten years, the name Shafia has been given as a first name about 20 times, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 7,054th.
Nicknames & pet names
Schaf / Shafi / Shafifi / Shasha / Shisha
Similar first names
Shafat
Famous people
- Shafia West (Model)
Frequently asked questions about the name Shafia
What does the name Shafia mean?
The name Shafia means 'the Healer' and has Arabic roots. It is derived from the words shafa'a for healing and afī' for intercessor.
Is Shafia a gender-neutral name?
Shafia is a traditional girl's name and is predominantly used for female children.
What nicknames are there for Shafia?
Popular nicknames for Shafia include Schaf, Shafi, Shafifi, Shasha, and Shisha.
How is the name Shafia pronounced?
The name Shafia is typically pronounced as 'Sha-fi-a,' with the emphasis on the second syllable.