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Hafsa

“young lioness”

About the name Hafsa

Hafsa is an Arabic name meaning ‘young lioness’. It is derived from the Arabic root ‘h-f-s’, which relates to the concept of protection and strength. The name is notably associated with Hafsa bint Umar, a prominent figure in early Islamic history and one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad. The name is commonly used in Muslim communities around the world.

Meaning
young lioness
Origin
Arabic
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
HAF-sah(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Hafsah

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Middle names for Hafsa

  • Hafsa Amina
  • Hafsa Zahra
  • Hafsa Fatima
  • Hafsa Yasmin
  • Hafsa Leila

Questions about Hafsa

What does Hafsa mean?
Hafsa is an Arabic name meaning "young lioness".
How do you pronounce Hafsa?
Hafsa is pronounced HAF-sah, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Hafsa?
Variants of Hafsa include Hafsah.

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