Rising since 2022, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Tasfia since 1995
Babies named Tasfia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 69 |
| 2010s | 44 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Tasfia is a girl's name of Arabic origin that has been in use in the United States since 1995. It is a rare name, with approximately 1 in every 229,610 newborn girls receiving it in 2025, ranking 11,932. The name saw its peak popularity in 2003. After a period of decline, its usage has been rising again since 2022. Tasfia is most commonly found in communities with South Asian heritage, especially among Bengali-speaking Muslims, though it has not been concentrated in any particular U.S. state. Its meaning is debated, possibly related to concepts of purity or arrangement, but the name carries a melodic and feminine sound that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet culturally rooted choice.
Tasfia is a name of Arabic origin, likely derived from the root ṣ-f-w, which carries meanings of clarity, purity, or selection. It may be a feminine variant of Tasfi, itself related to terms for arranging or refining. The name has seen modest use in South Asian Muslim communities, particularly in Bangladesh and neighboring regions, since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tas, Tassie, Fia
Variants: Tasfiya, Tasfiyah, Tasfea
Sibling names for Tasfia
Names that share Tasfia's style, for a brother or sister.
