Wasif
Wasif is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “One who describes and praises”.
| Meaning | One who describes and praises |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | واصف |
| Pronunciation | WAH-sif |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Turkey, Azerbaijan |
Meaning and origin of Wasif
Wasif comes from wasafa, to describe, and means a person who describes things, and by extension someone who praises well. The name was known in the Abbasid period, when a Turkish general called Wasif held power at court. It is popular in Pakistan and India today. A well-known modern bearer is the Urdu writer and thinker Wasif Ali Wasif. In Turkey and Azerbaijan it becomes Vasif.
Is Wasif a Muslim name?
Muslims use Wasif, an Arabic name, for its sense of someone who praises.
How popular is Wasif?
It is widely used in Pakistan and India, and as Vasif in Turkey and Azerbaijan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wasif mean?
Wasif means 'One who describes and praises'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Wasif a Muslim name?
Muslims use Wasif, an Arabic name, for its sense of someone who praises.
How do you pronounce Wasif?
Wasif is pronounced WAH-sif.
Is Wasif a boy or girl name?
Wasif is usually a boy name.