Afnan
Afnan is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Branches of trees”.
| Meaning | Branches of trees |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أفنان |
| Pronunciation | af-NAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Saudi Arabia, Gulf States, Jordan, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Afnan
Branches, and in particular leafy, spreading ones, are the meaning of Afnan, from the root f-n-n. The name comes from Surat al-Rahman, where the word describes the shady gardens of Paradise. These days many families in South Asia, the Levant and the Gulf choose it for girls, and a few give it to boys as well, drawn by its image of cool shade and greenery.
Is Afnan a Muslim name?
Mainly a girl's name, it draws directly on the Quran. The word describes the two gardens of Paradise: 'having spreading branches' (dhawātā afnān) (Quran 55:48).
How popular is Afnan?
Pakistani, Jordanian, Saudi and Gulf families have made it popular.
Gifts with the name Afnan
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Spellings and variants of Afnan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Afnan mean?
Afnan means 'Branches of trees'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Afnan a Muslim name?
Mainly a girl's name, it draws directly on the Quran. The word describes the two gardens of Paradise: 'having spreading branches' (dhawātā afnān) (Quran 55:48).
How do you pronounce Afnan?
Afnan is pronounced af-NAHN.
Is Afnan a boy or girl name?
Afnan is usually a girl name.