Shafia

Meaning of Shafia

Shafia is a unique and elegant name for baby girls. It has its roots in Arabic and means "compassionate" or "kind-hearted." The name Shafia is pronounced as shah-FEE-uh (/ʃɑˈfiə/), with the emphasis on the second syllable. This beautiful name has also been spelled as Shafiya. While not widely popular, Shafia has gained some recognition in recent years in the United States, with five occurrences in 2015, ranking at 16,406th place. With its rich origin and associations of compassion, Shafia is a wonderful choice for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

• Pronunced as shah-FEE-uh (/ʃɑˈfiə/)