Afaf
In Arabic: عَفَاف
An established Arabic name meaning chastity and restraint from what is not fitting—an praised character in religious upbringing.
اسمٌ عربيّ معروف يُراد به العِفّة والامتناع عمّا لا يليق، وهو خُلُقٌ مُحمود في التربية والدين.
- Girl name
- Faith
- Virtue
- Longer
- Strong sound
- Common
- Pan-Arab
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عَفَاف, come here sweetheart — dinner's ready.
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Pleased to meet you, I'm عَفَاف.
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- RahmaA name meaning kindness and tenderness; it’s hoped the girl will be granted a gentle, merciful heart.Learn more
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- What does the name Afaf mean?
- An established Arabic name meaning chastity and restraint from what is not fitting—an praised character in religious upbringing.
- Is Afaf a boy or a girl name?
- Afaf is a girl name.
- How is Afaf written in English?
- Afaf in Arabic: عَفَاف.
- Does Afaf fit the father's name?
- Fit depends on the father or family name. Enter it in “Try the name now” on this page and we score the transition, length balance, and cadence.