Hanif
Hanif 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, Bangladesh, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Hanif
Hanif, Ḥanīf in Arabic, is the Quran's word for someone who leaves idol worship behind for pure belief in one God. Before Islam there were Arabians known as the ḥunafāʾ who held on to the monotheism of Ibrahim. The Quran gives Ibrahim this description many times over. As a name, Hanif speaks of faith that is sincere and unspoilt, and it is widely used from Pakistan to Indonesia.
Is Hanif a Muslim name?
Hanif has been a Muslim name for centuries and comes straight from the Quran, which describes Ibrahim thus: 'Ibrahim was neither a Jew nor a Christian, but he was upright (ḥanīfan), a Muslim' (Quran 3:67).
How popular is Hanif?
Hanif is widely used in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia and Malaysia, and in the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Hanif
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hanif mean?
Hanif means 'Upright and true in faith'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hanif a Muslim name?
Hanif has been a Muslim name for centuries and comes straight from the Quran, which describes Ibrahim thus: 'Ibrahim was neither a Jew nor a Christian, but he was upright (ḥanīfan), a Muslim' (Quran 3:67).
How do you pronounce Hanif?
Hanif is pronounced ha-NEEF.
Is Hanif a boy or girl name?
Hanif is usually a boy name.