Indian name meaning
Hafsa
♀ GirlHaf·sa · 2 syllables
A young lioness; a wife of the Prophet
- Origin
- Arabic
- Most used by
- Muslim families
- Commonly used in
- Muslim families across India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Compassionate, idealistic and generous — moved by big causes and helping others.
The letters of Hafsa add up to 18, which reduces to 9.
About the name Hafsa
Hafsa is a girl's name of Arabic origin, most commonly given in Muslim families and popular in Muslim families across India. It carries the meaning “A young lioness; a wife of the Prophet.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Hafsa has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hafsa mean?
Hafsa means “A young lioness; a wife of the Prophet.” It is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Is Hafsa a boy or a girl name?
Hafsa is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Hafsa?
Hafsa is of Arabic origin and is most commonly used in Muslim families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Hafsa?
In the Chaldean system, Hafsa has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.”
See all names starting with H →Search another name →
✓ Meanings verified against widely-accepted sources. Many Indian names carry more than one meaning across languages — treat this as a well-researched guide.