Dafina
دَافِينَة
/ dah-FEE-nah /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇸🇩 Sudan
- Religion
- Islam
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Hidden
Meaning & Etymology
hidden or concealed
hidden or concealed
Etymology
From the Fur root dafin, meaning ‘to hide’ or ‘to conceal’.
Linguistic family: Nilo-Saharan > Fur
Cultural context
Often given to girls who are seen as precious and protected, or who are born during a time of secrecy or hidden blessings.
Symbolism
Represents protection, secrecy, and hidden beauty.