Zarifa
Zarifa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Elegant, graceful, charming”.
| Meaning | Elegant, graceful, charming |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ظريفة |
| Pronunciation | zah-REE-fah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Azerbaijan, Central Asia, Caucasus, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Zarifa
Zarifa, the female form of Zarif, describes a woman who is graceful, cultured and charming, from the Arabic root ẓ-r-f, to be refined or witty. It is especially common in Azerbaijan, the Caucasus and Central Asia, where it may also be written Zarifə. A well-known bearer is the Azerbaijani ophthalmologist Zarifa Aliyeva. It is also heard, less often, in the Arab world.
Is Zarifa a Muslim name?
With its meaning of elegance and charm, Zarifa is an Arabic name that Muslim parents give to daughters. It celebrates grace in manner and speech.
How popular is Zarifa?
It is popular in Azerbaijan and Central Asia and also appears in Arab countries.
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Spellings and variants of Zarifa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zarifa mean?
Zarifa means 'Elegant, graceful, charming'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zarifa a Muslim name?
With its meaning of elegance and charm, Zarifa is an Arabic name that Muslim parents give to daughters. It celebrates grace in manner and speech.
How do you pronounce Zarifa?
Zarifa is pronounced zah-REE-fah.
Is Zarifa a boy or girl name?
Zarifa is usually a girl name.