Safah
Safah is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,010 in the US, popular nicknames include Saf, Say, and Safie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Safah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1999.
Over 36 babies have been named Safah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Safah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,010 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,010
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Safah
Safah is a girl name .
Safah is currently ranked #16,010 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Safah include Saf, Say, and Safie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Safah include Safa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis