Sefika
Fact sheet
- Name
- Sefika
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Sefika (efika) is a feminine form of the Arabic name Shafiqa, which is primarily common in Bosnia and Turkey. The name carries the meanings 'the compassionate' as well as 'the lovable.'
What does the name Sefika mean?
Sefika (efika) is a Bosnian and Turkish variant of the Arabic name Shafiqa. Translated, the name means 'the compassionate' and 'the lovable.' The roots of the name lie in the Arabic term shafīq (شفيق), which stands for 'compassionate' and 'merciful.' An alternative form of the name is Sefija.
Where does the name Sefika come from?
The name Sefika has Arabic origins and means 'the compassionate.' It is composed of the Arabic word shafīq (شفيق), which means 'compassionate' or 'merciful.' The languages in which the name appears are Arabic, Bosnian, and Turkish.
How do you pronounce Sefika?
Se-fi-ka
Popularity
In Germany, Sefika is a rather rare first name. The name currently ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2008, when it reached 1,636th place. In the last ten years, Sefika has been given as a first name about 40 times, which places it 4,320th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,895th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ika / Sef / Sefi / Sefii / Şika
Famous people
- Sefika Kutluer (Turkish flutist)
Frequently asked questions about the name Sefika
What is the origin of the name Sefika?
The name Sefika has Arabic roots and is used in Bosnian and Turkish cultures.
What does the name Sefika mean?
Sefika means 'the compassionate' or 'the lovable' and is derived from the Arabic term shafīq, which means 'compassionate' or 'merciful.'
How popular is the name Sefika?
The popularity of the name Sefika varies by region, but it is commonly found in Bosnian and Turkish communities.