Rising since 1996, #4,661 for girls today.
Popularity of Hafsah since 1996
Babies named Hafsah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 37 |
| 2000s | 207 |
| 2010s | 249 |
| 2020s | 172 |
Meaning & origin
Hafsah is a name of Arabic origin, deeply rooted in Islamic tradition as the name of a wife of the Prophet Muhammad. In the United States, it first appeared in records in 1996 and has seen steady growth, ranking 4661 in 2025 with 1 in 55423 girls receiving the name. Its peak year so far was 2024, and it continues to rise in popularity, reflecting a broader trend of names from the Muslim world gaining visibility. The name is most common in Texas, which aligns with the state's diverse population. Hafsah offers a strong, meaningful choice for families seeking a name with both historical depth and contemporary resonance.
Hafsah derives from the Arabic root ḥ-f-ẓ, meaning to protect or guard, and is often interpreted as 'lioness'. It is the name of Hafsah bint Umar, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad and a notable figure in early Islamic history. The name has been used across the Muslim world for centuries, particularly in Arabia and South Asia.
Where Hafsah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Hafsah” around the world
Where Hafsah 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: Hafsa, Haffy
Variants: Hafsa, Hafzah
Sibling names for Hafsah
Names that share Hafsah's style, for a brother or sister.
