Hudhayfah
In Arabic: حذيفة
An ancient Arabic name borne by Hudhayfah ibn al-Yaman, keeper of the Prophet’s ﷺ confidences and renowned for discernment.
اسم عربي عريق حمله الصحابي حذيفة بن اليمان، صاحب سرّ النبي ﷺ والمشهود له بالفطنة.
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- What does the name Hudhayfah mean?
- An ancient Arabic name borne by Hudhayfah ibn al-Yaman, keeper of the Prophet’s ﷺ confidences and renowned for discernment.
- Is Hudhayfah a boy or a girl name?
- Hudhayfah is a boy name.
- How is Hudhayfah written in English?
- Hudhayfah in Arabic: حذيفة.
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