Afaf
Afaf is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Chastity, modesty, virtue”.
| Meaning | Chastity, modesty, virtue |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عفاف |
| Pronunciation | ah-FAAF |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Sudan, Levant, North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Afaf
Chastity and dignified self-restraint are the meaning of the root a-f-f, and Afaf is the noun for that virtue. Rather than describing how a girl looks, it names a quality of character, which is part of why it became such a popular girls' name during the twentieth century. It remains especially common in Sudan and Egypt, as well as in North Africa and the Levant, and it still has a gentle, classic sound.
Is Afaf a Muslim name?
Modesty and chastity are virtues Islam praises, and this name stands for them. The root appears in the Quran, describing the poor who do not beg as appearing wealthy 'because of their restraint' (al-taʿaffuf) (Quran 2:273).
How popular is Afaf?
Sudan, Egypt, Jordan, Palestine and North Africa all have many women with this name.
Gifts with the name Afaf
- Afaf name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Afaf baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Afaf
Names similar to Afaf
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Afaf mean?
Afaf means 'Chastity, modesty, virtue'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Afaf a Muslim name?
Modesty and chastity are virtues Islam praises, and this name stands for them. The root appears in the Quran, describing the poor who do not beg as appearing wealthy 'because of their restraint' (al-taʿaffuf) (Quran 2:273).
How do you pronounce Afaf?
Afaf is pronounced ah-FAAF.
Is Afaf a boy or girl name?
Afaf is usually a girl name.