Rising since 2000, #4,878 for girls today.
Popularity of Afiya since 1973
Babies named Afiya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 48 |
| 1980s | 63 |
| 1990s | 65 |
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 97 |
Meaning & origin
Afiya, a name of Arabic origin meaning 'health' and 'well-being,' has been steadily rising in use in the United States since the early 2000s. First recorded in 1973, it reached its peak rank of #4,878 in 2023, with an estimated 1 in 59,528 baby girls receiving the name. The name has shown consistent growth, particularly in Illinois and New York, where it is most frequently given. Its upward trajectory reflects a broader appreciation for meaningful, cross-cultural names with positive affirmations.
Afiya is a feminine name of Arabic origin, derived from the root 'ع-ف-و' (ayn-fa-waw) which carries the meaning of health, well-being, and forgiveness. It is commonly used in Muslim communities across the Arabic-speaking world and has been adopted in other cultures due to its positive connotations. The name's usage in the United States has been recorded since the 1970s, reflecting broader trends of Arabic name adoption among immigrant families.
Where Afiya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Afiya” around the world
Where Afiya lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Fi, Fifi, Afi
Sibling names for Afiya
Names that share Afiya's style, for a brother or sister.
