Iftin
Iftin is a Muslim girl name of Somali origin, meaning “Light, brightness”.
| Meaning | Light, brightness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali |
| Pronunciation | if-TEEN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya |
Meaning and origin of Iftin
Iftin, written iftiin in Somali, is the everyday Somali word for light and brightness. It is a native Somali name and does not come from Arabic. Somali families love it as a name for girls, and it also features in Somali songs and poetry. Its meaning matches that of the Arabic names Nur and Diya; its bright sense makes it a hopeful name for a daughter.
Is Iftin a Muslim name?
Iftin is a Somali name rather than an Arabic one, but Somali Muslims give it for its meaning of light.
How popular is Iftin?
It is used by Somalis in Somalia, Somaliland, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya and the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Iftin
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Spellings and variants of Iftin
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iftin mean?
Iftin means 'Light, brightness'. It is of Somali origin.
Is Iftin a Muslim name?
Iftin is a Somali name rather than an Arabic one, but Somali Muslims give it for its meaning of light.
How do you pronounce Iftin?
Iftin is pronounced if-TEEN.
Is Iftin a boy or girl name?
Iftin is usually a girl name.