What is the meaning of the name Safwa in Islam?

Safwa (Arabic: صفوة) means "Purity, the best of everything" in Arabic. It is a girl's name used by Muslims worldwide.

Is Safwa a good Islamic name?

Yes, Safwa is considered a good Islamic name as it carries a positive meaning: "Purity, the best of everything". Names with good meanings are encouraged in Islam, and the Prophet ﷺ recommended naming children with beautiful names.

Girl Arabic

Safwa

صفوة

Meaning

Purity, the best of everything

Gender

Girl's name

Origin

Arabic

Popularity

popular

Safwa (صفوة) is an Arabic name meaning "Purity, the best of everything". The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "On the Day of Judgement you will be called by your names and your fathers' names, so make your names good." (Abu Dawud)

More Girl's Names Starting with S

Safiya

Pure

صفية

Sumayya

High above

سميّة

Shaima

Of good character

شيماء

Sakina

Tranquility

سكينة

Saba

Morning breeze

صبا

Sabeen

Thin stream of water

صبين

Sadia

Fortunate

سعدية

Sahira

Wakeful

ساهرة

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