Elif
Elif is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, Turkish form origin, meaning “Alif, the first Arabic letter”.
| Meaning | Alif, the first Arabic letter |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Turkish form |
| Written as | ألف |
| Pronunciation | eh-LEEF |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Elif
Elif is the Turkish name for alif, the letter that begins the Arabic alphabet. Because alif is written as one straight upright line, poets turned it into an image of a slim, graceful figure and also of God's oneness. That double meaning of elegance and unity has made it a much-loved choice. For many years Elif has stood near the top of the list of girls' names in Turkey.
Is Elif a Muslim name?
The name comes from the opening letter of the Arabic script in which the Quran is written, which gives it a gentle religious association.
How popular is Elif?
Enormously popular in Turkey and also given in Bosnia, Kosovo and the Turkish diaspora.
Gifts with the name Elif
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Spellings and variants of Elif
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elif mean?
Elif means 'Alif, the first Arabic letter'. It is of Arabic, Turkish form origin.
Is Elif a Muslim name?
The name comes from the opening letter of the Arabic script in which the Quran is written, which gives it a gentle religious association.
How do you pronounce Elif?
Elif is pronounced eh-LEEF.
Is Elif a boy or girl name?
Elif is usually a girl name.