Haneef
Haneef is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Upright and true in faith”.
| Meaning | Upright and true in faith |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حنيف |
| Pronunciation | ha-NEEF |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Haneef
Haneef is how the Arabic Ḥanīf is usually written in South Asia and in English. In the Quran this word describes a person who turns away from false gods towards pure belief in one God. The Quran applies it again and again to the Prophet Ibrahim. As a result the name suggests a sincere and upright worshipper of the One God, and Hanif is a common alternative spelling.
Is Haneef a Muslim name?
Haneef is the Quran's word for the pure faith of Ibrahim, of whom it says: 'Ibrahim was neither a Jew nor a Christian, but he was upright (ḥanīfan), a Muslim' (Quran 3:67).
How popular is Haneef?
Haneef is common in Pakistan, India and Sri Lanka and across the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Haneef
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haneef mean?
Haneef means 'Upright and true in faith'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Haneef a Muslim name?
Haneef is the Quran's word for the pure faith of Ibrahim, of whom it says: 'Ibrahim was neither a Jew nor a Christian, but he was upright (ḥanīfan), a Muslim' (Quran 3:67).
How do you pronounce Haneef?
Haneef is pronounced ha-NEEF.
Is Haneef a boy or girl name?
Haneef is usually a boy name.