Arabic · Girl Name
Afiqah.
عفيفة
“Virtuous, chaste, modest”
- MeaningVirtuous, chaste, modest
- OriginArabic
- GenderGirl
- Arabicعفيفة
- PronunciationA-fi-qa
About the name
Afiqah (عفيفة) is a Arabic name traditionally given to a girl. It means “Virtuous, chaste, modest.” 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 Afiqah is safely within the tradition of names that carry dignity, aspiration or righteous association.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Afiqah mean?+
Afiqah means "Virtuous, chaste, modest". It is a Arabic name, traditionally given to a girl.
How do you write Afiqah in Arabic?+
Afiqah is written عفيفة in Arabic script. Roman spellings vary slightly between regions — the Arabic form is the stable reference.
Is Afiqah a good Islamic name?+
Yes. Afiqah is an established Islamic name of Arabic origin. Islam encourages names with good meanings, and "Virtuous, chaste, modest" is well regarded.
How do you pronounce Afiqah?+
A simple English reading is A-fi-qa. 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.