Nasif
Nasif is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Fair, just and even-handed”.
| Meaning | Fair, just and even-handed |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ناصف |
| Pronunciation | NAH-sif |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Nasif
Nasif (Nāṣif) is rooted in the Arabic n-ṣ-f, which produces both niṣf, 'half', and inṣāf, 'fairness'. The link is the idea of splitting things evenly so each side gets its due. As a name it is usually read as fair-minded and just. It is mostly found in Lebanon, Syria and Egypt; the nineteenth-century Lebanese writer Nāṣīf al-Yāzijī is sometimes cited under this form; Nassif and Nasef are other spellings.
Is Nasif a Muslim name?
Nasif is an Arabic name about justice and fairness, given by Muslim families and also by some Arab Christians.
How popular is Nasif?
Nasif is mostly used in Lebanon, Syria and Egypt.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nasif mean?
Nasif means 'Fair, just and even-handed'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nasif a Muslim name?
Nasif is an Arabic name about justice and fairness, given by Muslim families and also by some Arab Christians.
How do you pronounce Nasif?
Nasif is pronounced NAH-sif.
Is Nasif a boy or girl name?
Nasif is usually a boy name.