Afaaq
Afaaq is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Horizons, wide horizons”.
| Meaning | Horizons, wide horizons |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | آفاق |
| Pronunciation | ah-FAAK |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Afaaq
Ufuq is Arabic for horizon, from the root a-f-q, and afaq is its plural, horizons. Afaaq writes that plural with a double a to show the long vowel. The word suggests far-reaching vision and wide horizons. Using it as a personal name is a modern trend, mostly for boys in India and Pakistan, while in Arab countries it is more often an ordinary word or sometimes a girl's name.
Is Afaaq a Muslim name?
Muslim families, mostly in South Asia, like it as a Quranic word. The word appears in the Quran: 'We will show them Our signs in the horizons (āfāq) and within themselves' (Quran 41:53).
How popular is Afaaq?
Indian and Pakistani families are its main users.
Gifts with the name Afaaq
- Afaaq name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Afaaq baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Afaaq
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Afaaq mean?
Afaaq means 'Horizons, wide horizons'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Afaaq a Muslim name?
Muslim families, mostly in South Asia, like it as a Quranic word. The word appears in the Quran: 'We will show them Our signs in the horizons (āfāq) and within themselves' (Quran 41:53).
How do you pronounce Afaaq?
Afaaq is pronounced ah-FAAK.
Is Afaaq a boy or girl name?
Afaaq is usually a boy name.