How Many People Are Named Hafsa?

Complete statistics for the name Hafsa: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Hafsa
Very Rare
Arabic

Hafsa means 'she who guards' in Arabic, making it both rare and meaningful with only 1 in 136,056 Americans having this name. There are around 2,425 people named Hafsa living in the US today, truly a unique choice. The majority, 96%, are under 30, showing its status as a modern, trendy pick.

~2,425
Living in US
1 in 136,056
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
She who guards
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Protective Determined
8
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 8 are believed to be natural leaders, often excelling in business and finance.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

28,614
Worldwide Bearers
#3,440
Global Rank
🇪🇬 Egypt
5,791
🇮🇶 Iraq
2,607
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
2,432
🇮🇩 Indonesia
2,390
🇹🇩 Chad
2,224
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
2,040
🇸🇩 Sudan
1,785
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
1,739
🇪🇸 Spain
1,417
🇴🇲 Oman
833

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
2,425 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 13
2,341
Would be under 30 (96%)
104
Would be 30–60 (4%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 2,445 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
93
Classic Feel
10
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Hafsa Through the Generations

Hafsa has seen a surge in popularity, particularly in 2023 when it peaked with 151 births. Today, the name's bearers are predominantly young, with 2,341 under-30 and just 104 aged between 30 and 60. This trend reflects a newer generation embracing Hafsa, marking it as a contemporary choice among parents.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 312
California 238
Minnesota 224
Texas 160
Illinois 154
New Jersey 76
Ohio 73
Washington 58
Virginia 51
Pennsylvania 47

✨ Similar Names to Hafsa

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Hafsa's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Hafsa

How Many People Have the Name Hafsa?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,425 people in the United States currently share the name Hafsa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 136,056 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Hafsa a Common or Rare Name?

Hafsa is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Hafsa Mean?

Hafsa means "she who guards" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Hafsa in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Hafsa Most Popular?

The name Hafsa reached peak popularity in 2023, with 151 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Hafsa?

Approximately 2,425 people named Hafsa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,445. That works out to roughly 1 in 136,056 Americans.

Is Hafsa a rare name?

Hafsa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 136,056 Americans has this name.

What does the name Hafsa mean?

Hafsa means "she who guards" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Hafsa more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Hafsa are male and 100% are female.

When was Hafsa most popular?

Hafsa peaked in 2023 with 151 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US2,425
All-Time Births2,445
1 in X1 in 136,056
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age13
Peak Year2023
World Rank#3,440
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.