Aasif
Aasif is a Muslim boy name of Arabic / Hebrew origin, meaning “Name of Solomon's minister”.
| Meaning | Name of Solomon's minister |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic / Hebrew |
| Written as | آصف |
| Pronunciation | AA-sif |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Iran, Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Aasif
Aasif is Āṣif, the name that Islamic tradition gives to Āṣif ibn Barkhiyā, who served as minister to Prophet Sulaymān. Many commentators identify him as the man with knowledge of the Scripture who fetched the throne of the Queen of Sheba. The name corresponds to the Biblical Asaph, so its history predates Arabic. The meaning 'forgiver' that is sometimes offered has no real basis.
Is Aasif a Muslim name?
Aasif has been used by Muslims for centuries, chiefly because of its link with the minister who served Prophet Sulaymān.
How popular is Aasif?
It is very common in Pakistan and India as Asif, and appears as Asaf in Turkey and Iran.
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Spellings and variants of Aasif
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aasif mean?
Aasif means 'Name of Solomon's minister'. It is of Arabic / Hebrew origin.
Is Aasif a Muslim name?
Aasif has been used by Muslims for centuries, chiefly because of its link with the minister who served Prophet Sulaymān.
How do you pronounce Aasif?
Aasif is pronounced AA-sif.
Is Aasif a boy or girl name?
Aasif is usually a boy name.