نفيس

Nafees

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Nafees is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Precious, refined and exquisite”.

MeaningPrecious, refined and exquisite
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asنفيس
Pronunciationnah-FEES
TraditionMuslim
Used inPakistan, India, Bangladesh

Meaning and origin of Nafees

Nafees, pronounced nah-FEES, is the South Asian spelling of the Arabic Nafīs, meaning precious and refined. The root n-f-s is about value, and the word was applied to things so prized that people would vie with one another for them. In Urdu nafīs has also come to mean elegant or delicate. Boys in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh are often given the name, and Nafis and Nefis are other spellings.

Is Nafees a Muslim name?

Nafees is an Arabic Muslim name that praises worth and refinement of character.

How popular is Nafees?

Nafees is common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.

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Spellings and variants of Nafees

NafisNefisNafiys

Names similar to Nafees

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nafees mean?

Nafees means 'Precious, refined and exquisite'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Nafees a Muslim name?

Nafees is an Arabic Muslim name that praises worth and refinement of character.

How do you pronounce Nafees?

Nafees is pronounced nah-FEES.

Is Nafees a boy or girl name?

Nafees is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.