Afiya: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahf-eey-ah
Origin: Egypt
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Africa
Meaning: A feminine form of Afif, meaning "chaste" or "virtuous."

Afiya is a name with Arabic origins, meaning "healthy" or "well." It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Islamic communities, where it is often given to girls as a symbol of good health and well-being. The name has seen a rise in popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and positive connotations. Afiya is important because it reflects the cultural diversity and richness of names from different parts of the world.

Afiya Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Afiya is currently #18932 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Afiya is currently #10825 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Afiya is currently #9225 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Afiya is currently #5212 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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