Arabic · Girl Name
Hafsah.
حفصة
“Young lioness; wife of the Prophet”
- MeaningYoung lioness; wife of the Prophet
- OriginArabic
- GenderGirl
- Arabicحفصة
- PronunciationHA-fsa
About the name
Hafsah (حفصة) is a Arabic name traditionally given to a girl. It means “Young lioness; wife of the Prophet.” Islam places emphasis on names with beautiful meanings — the Prophet ﷺ is reported to have occasionally renamed companions whose names carried heavy or unpleasant connotations. A name like Hafsah is safely within the tradition of names that carry dignity, aspiration or righteous association.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Hafsah mean?+
Hafsah means "Young lioness; wife of the Prophet". It is a Arabic name, traditionally given to a girl.
How do you write Hafsah in Arabic?+
Hafsah is written حفصة in Arabic script. Roman spellings vary slightly between regions — the Arabic form is the stable reference.
Is Hafsah a good Islamic name?+
Yes. Hafsah is an established Islamic name of Arabic origin. Islam encourages names with good meanings, and "Young lioness; wife of the Prophet" is well regarded.
How do you pronounce Hafsah?+
A simple English reading is HA-fsa. For the authentic Arabic pronunciation, listen to a native speaker — most regional recitation apps and Qur'an platforms have high-quality audio for common names.