Arfan
Arfan is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Knowledge, recognition, gratitude”.
| Meaning | Knowledge, recognition, gratitude |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عرفان |
| Pronunciation | ar-FAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Arfan
Arfan is how some South Asian families write the Arabic ʿIrfān, from a root meaning to know or to recognise. Its sense covers profound knowledge, recognition, and the acknowledgement of a kindness received, so it also suggests gratitude. Sufis use ʿirfān for knowing God from within. Irfan is the more usual spelling, and Arfan reflects a local way of saying it.
Is Arfan a Muslim name?
Arfan is a variant of Irfan, a Muslim name meaning knowledge and gratitude. The name is not in the Quran, but its root appears in 'We made you nations and tribes so that you may know one another (litaʿārafū)' (Quran 49:13).
How popular is Arfan?
Arfan is used in Pakistan and India alongside the more common Irfan.
Gifts with the name Arfan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arfan mean?
Arfan means 'Knowledge, recognition, gratitude'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Arfan a Muslim name?
Arfan is a variant of Irfan, a Muslim name meaning knowledge and gratitude. The name is not in the Quran, but its root appears in 'We made you nations and tribes so that you may know one another (litaʿārafū)' (Quran 49:13).
How do you pronounce Arfan?
Arfan is pronounced ar-FAHN.
Is Arfan a boy or girl name?
Arfan is usually a boy name.