Devoted, walking fast, or light-footed
Derived from the Arabic root 'safu', the name is often associated with devotion and purity. Historically, it was the name of several prominent figures in early Islamic history, including Sufyan al-Thawri, a renowned scholar and jurist. It carries a sense of spiritual depth and traditional heritage.
Less common today
Sufiyan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,024 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
8th-century Islamic scholar, jurist, and ascetic
Sahabi and prominent leader of the Quraysh
Ghanaian professional footballer
