Girl name
Müşfika name meaning
“compassionate; tender and caring”
Müşfika means “compassionate,” “tender,” or “caring.” It comes from Arabic mushfiqa and is used as a feminine given name in Türkiye. Its masculine counterpart is Müşfik. That related form appears in the name of the Ottoman-era painter Mihri Müşfik Hanım, providing an association with art history.
What does Müşfika mean?
Compassionate; tender and caring
In Turkish: şefkat duyan; sevecen ve merhametli
Müşfika is a feminine name expressing tender concern for another's well-being. Its source word includes not only affection but also heartfelt concern that someone might suffer harm. It shares a root with Müşfik and Şefkat; Müşfika Kadınefendi is one historical example of the name in the Ottoman period.
Origin of the name Müşfika
From Arabic mushfiqa, meaning a woman who feels tender concern or compassion. It is the feminine form corresponding to Müşfik.
How to pronounce Müşfika
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /myʃfika/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | مشفقه |
| Arabic | مشفقة |
Is Müşfika a girl’s name?
Yes, Müşfika is used mostly as a girl’s name. See all girl names.
Müşfika does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 1 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
Names with related meanings
- Halime♀Gentle, patient, forbearing
- Asiye♀One who consoles or soothes suffering
- Mihriban♀Affectionate, compassionate and kindly
- Semiha♀Generous, open-handed
- Rahime♀Merciful, compassionate
- Şefika♀Compassionate, tender, caring
- Semahat♀Generosity
- Hamiye♀Female protector, one who shelters
- Rahmet♀Mercy, forgiveness
- Assıya♀One who heals or consoles
- Atife♀Compassionate, affectionate
- Asral♀Compassion, love, protective care
Famous people named Müşfika
- Müşfika Kadın · b. 1867
FAQ about the name Müşfika
What is the meaning of Müşfika?
Müşfika means “compassionate; tender and caring”. From Arabic mushfiqa, meaning a woman who feels tender concern or compassion. It is the feminine form corresponding to Müşfik.
Is Müşfika a girl’s name?
Yes, Müşfika is used mostly as a girl’s name.
Is Müşfika in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Müşfika nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Müşfika?
Müşfika is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Müşfika have?
Müşfika has 3 syllables and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Müşfika?
Müşfika does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 1 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
Famous people named Müşfika?
Notable people named Müşfika include Müşfika Kadın.
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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