AFIA

Afia is a female given name used in multiple cultures. In Arabic, it is connected to the word afiyah, meaning health, safety, or well-being, and it has been adopted as a given name in Muslim communities. In West Africa, particularly Ghana, the name is also common and found among Akan-speaking populations and the African diaspora. The spelling Afia is common in English-language contexts.

Usage and cultural associations: As with many names, the meaning and significance of Afia vary by community. It is typically given to girls and can be associated with the blessing of health and safety.

Notable people: Valentina Nana Agyeiwaa, known by the stage name Afia Schwarzenegger, is a Ghanaian media personality and actress who has been a prominent figure in Ghanaian entertainment.

Other uses: AFIA is also an acronym used by several organizations; the most prominent is the American Feed Industry Association, a U.S. trade association representing the animal-feed industry, its members, standards, and regulatory affairs.