Erfan
Erfan is a Muslim boy name of Persian form of Arabic ʿIrfān origin, meaning “Spiritual knowledge, gnosis”.
| Meaning | Spiritual knowledge, gnosis |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian form of Arabic ʿIrfān |
| Written as | عرفان |
| Pronunciation | er-FAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Erfan
Erfan is the Persian way of saying the Arabic ʿIrfān, meaning knowledge or recognition. Its root is 'to know' or 'to recognise', and the word came to mean especially the inward, spiritual knowledge of God pursued in Sufism. In Persian, ʿirfān is the normal word for mysticism. Iranian and Afghan families use this spelling widely, while Pakistani parents usually write the name Irfan.
Is Erfan a Muslim name?
Rooted in Arabic, Erfan points to the spiritual knowledge of God that Muslim mystics have long sought.
How popular is Erfan?
Widespread in Iran and Afghanistan, with Irfan the usual spelling in South Asia and Turkey.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Erfan mean?
Erfan means 'Spiritual knowledge, gnosis'. It is of Persian form of Arabic ʿIrfān origin.
Is Erfan a Muslim name?
Rooted in Arabic, Erfan points to the spiritual knowledge of God that Muslim mystics have long sought.
How do you pronounce Erfan?
Erfan is pronounced er-FAHN.
Is Erfan a boy or girl name?
Erfan is usually a boy name.