The nameCherifa
Cherifa is an Arabic girl's name, given in France mostly in the 1960s and 1970s.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
It is the feminine of Cherif, from the Arabic sharif, "noble". The title refers to descendants of the Prophet.
Origin
Arabic, common in North Africa.
History
Found in France since 1947, Cherifa peaked in the mid 1960s. It is rare today.
Popularity of the name Cherifa
Cherifa in France
Cherifa was most popular in France in the 1960s, with 385 births over the decade, 25% of all recorded babies named Cherifa. Its rise began around 1947, and it peaked in 1971. Half of all babies named Cherifa in France were born before 1976, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Cherifa in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cherifa mean?
It is the feminine of Cherif, from the Arabic sharif, "noble". The title refers to descendants of the Prophet.
What is the origin of the name Cherifa?
Arabic, common in North Africa.
Is Cherifa a girl's or a boy's name?
Cherifa is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Cherifa?
Variants and related names of Cherifa include Chérif.