Saifullah
Saifullah is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Sword of God”.
| Meaning | Sword of God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سيف الله |
| Pronunciation | sayf-ool-LAH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Afghanistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Saifullah
Saifullah means 'Sword of God', from the Arabic word for sword joined to the name of God. After the Battle of Mu'ta, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ honoured Khalid ibn al-Walid with the title Sayf Allah, and Khalid is still known by it today. Over time the title turned into a personal name, above all among Pakistanis and Afghans. Some scholars think it works better as a title than as a name, yet it remains in wide use.
Is Saifullah a Muslim name?
Saifullah recalls the honour the Prophet ﷺ gave Khalid ibn al-Walid when he called him the Sword of God.
How popular is Saifullah?
It is very common in Pakistan and Afghanistan, and it is also used in India, Bangladesh and Turkey, where it is Seyfullah.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saifullah mean?
Saifullah means 'Sword of God'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Saifullah a Muslim name?
Saifullah recalls the honour the Prophet ﷺ gave Khalid ibn al-Walid when he called him the Sword of God.
How do you pronounce Saifullah?
Saifullah is pronounced sayf-ool-LAH.
Is Saifullah a boy or girl name?
Saifullah is usually a boy name.