Afifa
Afifa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Chaste, pure, virtuous”.
| Meaning | Chaste, pure, virtuous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عفيفة |
| Pronunciation | ah-FEE-fah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Afghanistan, Malaysia, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Afifa
The root a-f-f is about chastity and holding back from what is wrong. An afif person keeps clear of anything unlawful or unseemly, and Afifa is the feminine form, a woman of pure conduct and self-respect. Families throughout the Arab world use it, and it is also well liked in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Malaysia, where the spelling Afifah is common.
Is Afifa a Muslim name?
The name holds up purity and virtue as ideals for a Muslim girl. 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 Afifa?
Muslim families everywhere use it, from the Arab world to Afghanistan, South Asia and Malaysia.
Gifts with the name Afifa
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Spellings and variants of Afifa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Afifa mean?
Afifa means 'Chaste, pure, virtuous'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Afifa a Muslim name?
The name holds up purity and virtue as ideals for a Muslim girl. 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 Afifa?
Afifa is pronounced ah-FEE-fah.
Is Afifa a boy or girl name?
Afifa is usually a girl name.