Zafina
A girl's name of Arabic origin with 28 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Zafina is a three-syllable girl's name with a open, warm sound — a soft ending that crosses many language boundaries. With only 28 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
In the most recent SSA release, Zafina ranks #17583 among U.S. girl names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Zafina is a girl's baby name of Arabic origin, the feminine form of Zafir — meaning 'victorious' or 'triumphant,' from the Arabic root zafara ('to succeed, to win'). It is used across Muslim communities as a name of confident aspiration.
Zafina is a name that declares victory before the battle begins — a parent's faith that their daughter will succeed, prevail, and emerge triumphant from whatever life brings.
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Zafina is cataloged under the Arabic naming tradition. Arabic names frequently carry layered meanings tied to virtue, beauty, or devotion — a naming tradition where the meaning of a name is considered deeply important.
In the U.S., Zafina has been recorded as a girl's name since 2010, with 28 total births. Browse the Arabic names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Zafina has 5+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2010.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | #17583 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 23 | #17142 | — |
The Story of Zafina
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2011, Zafina is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Zafina are most likely born between 2010 and 2021.
How rare is Zafina?
Only about 1 in every 720,000 babies born in 2024 was named Zafina — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2010, peaked in the 2010s with 23 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(5 years, 2010–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | #17583 |
| 2018 | 6 | #15617 |
| 2013 | 6 | #16473 |
| 2011 | 6 | #16704 |
| 2010 | 5 | #19772 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2010–2024