Shifa
Shifa is a girl baby name. Ranked #10,666 in the US, popular nicknames include Shi, Shy, and Shiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shifa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1995.
Over 308 babies have been named Shifa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shifa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #10,666 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #10,666
- Total SSA Count
- 10
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Shifa
Shifa is a girl name .
Shifa is currently ranked #10,666 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shifa include Shi, Shy, and Shiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shifa include Shifra . 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