Rafat
Rafat is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Compassion, tender mercy”.
| Meaning | Compassion, tender mercy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | رأفت |
| Pronunciation | RAH-fat |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Palestine, Pakistan, Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Rafat
Rafat, or Raʾfat, comes from raʾfa, a word for tender compassion. Its root, r-ʾ-f, means to be kind and gentle, and it also gives al-Raʾūf, 'the Most Kind', one of the names of God. Although its ending can look feminine, it is chiefly a boy's name, well liked in Pakistan, Egypt and Palestine, and Turks know it as Rafet. Parents wanting a girl's version usually pick Rafa or Raufa.
Is Rafat a Muslim name?
Rafat shares its root with God's name Ar-Ra'uf, the Most Kind. The root is found in 'We placed in the hearts of those who followed him compassion (raʾfa) and mercy' (Quran 57:27).
How popular is Rafat?
It is mostly given to boys in Egypt, Palestine, Pakistan and Turkey.
Gifts with the name Rafat
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Rafat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rafat mean?
Rafat means 'Compassion, tender mercy'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Rafat a Muslim name?
Rafat shares its root with God's name Ar-Ra'uf, the Most Kind. The root is found in 'We placed in the hearts of those who followed him compassion (raʾfa) and mercy' (Quran 57:27).
How do you pronounce Rafat?
Rafat is pronounced RAH-fat.
Is Rafat a boy or girl name?
Rafat is usually a boy name.