Shafia
Shafia is a girl baby name. Ranked #42,126 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shafia first appeared in US Social Security records in 2015.
Over 5 babies have been named Shafia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shafia is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #42,126 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #42,126
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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About the Name Shafia
Shafia is a girl name .
Shafia is currently ranked #42,126 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shafia include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shafie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis