Sifa

“Quality, Character”

Swahili-speaking countries origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8898US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

38All-time births

📅 Since 201200

What does Sifa mean and where does it come from?

Sifa is a name commonly used in Swahili-speaking regions of East Africa. It translates to 'quality' or 'character', implying values such as integrity and virtue. The name is relatively modern and is often given to girls in hope of them embodying positive traits. It signifies the importance of charac

Cultural significance

Sifa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Swahili-speaking countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of quality, character.

Peak popularity

Reached #11241 in 2012 — currently #8898 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Sifa?

Sifa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Sifa Grace

How popular is Sifa right now?

Rising fast — up 2220 spots — currently #8898 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#8898 · Top 6.6%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8898	12	▲ up 2220 · +33% births
2022	#11118	9	▲ up 926 · +13% births
2021	#12044	8	▼ down 192
2020	#11852	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Sifa

Best Year2023Rank #8898

Peak Count12

Average Rank#10978

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Sifa

Sifa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2012. With 38 total births recorded, Sifa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11852 in 2020 to #8898 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Sifa in 2012:

Sophia Emma Isabella Olivia Ava

💎Sifa has only 38 total recorded births since 2012 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Sifa?

Common

SifSifieSify

What names sound and feel like Sifa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Sifa also consider these

Tifa

Japan · Japanese

Sifra

English · A meaningful name

Sifan

Ethiopia · a radiant light

Rifa

Arabic · Arabic

Sifat

Arabic · Quality or characteristic

Shifa

Arabic · Healing

Sina

Persian · Resplendent

Sita

India · Sanskrit

Common questions about the name Sifa

What does the name Sifa mean?

Sifa means "Quality, Character" — a name rooted in Swahili-speaking countries tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Sifa?

Sifa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Sifa have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Sifa?

Sifa originates from Swahili-speaking countries tradition. Swahili-speaking countries names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Sifa trending right now?

Sifa is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Sifa a common or rare name?

Sifa is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.