Sadaf
Sadaf is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, via Persian and Urdu origin, meaning “Seashell, mother-of-pearl”.
| Meaning | Seashell, mother-of-pearl |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, via Persian and Urdu |
| Written as | صدف |
| Pronunciation | SA-daf |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Sadaf
Sadaf is a word shared by Arabic and Persian for a seashell, and above all for the pearl oyster and its gleaming mother-of-pearl. In Persian and Urdu verse, the shell that keeps a pearl safe is a much-loved image of something precious being protected. From that poetic use, the word became a favourite name for girls. It is especially popular in Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Is Sadaf a Muslim name?
Muslim parents, especially in Iran and Pakistan, choose Sadaf for its lovely Arabic image of the shell that holds a pearl.
How popular is Sadaf?
Iranian, Afghan, Pakistani and Indian families all use it.
Gifts with the name Sadaf
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Spellings and variants of Sadaf
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sadaf mean?
Sadaf means 'Seashell, mother-of-pearl'. It is of Arabic, via Persian and Urdu origin.
Is Sadaf a Muslim name?
Muslim parents, especially in Iran and Pakistan, choose Sadaf for its lovely Arabic image of the shell that holds a pearl.
How do you pronounce Sadaf?
Sadaf is pronounced SA-daf.
Is Sadaf a boy or girl name?
Sadaf is usually a girl name.