Afnan
Afnan is a Muslim girl name meaning “Branches of trees”.
| Meaning | Branches of trees |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أفنان |
| Pronunciation | af-NAHN |
| Arabic root | ف ن ن (f-n-n) — branch; variety |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Afnan
Afnan (Afnān) means 'branches', specifically leafy, spreading branches. Its use as a name comes from Surat al-Raḥmān, where it describes the shade-giving gardens of Paradise. It is a popular modern girls' name in the Gulf, the Levant and South Asia, though some families also give it to boys.
Is Afnan a Muslim name?
Yes. Afnan is a Quranic word used as a Muslim name, mainly for girls.
Is Afnan in the Quran?
The word describes the two gardens of Paradise: 'having spreading branches' (dhawātā afnān) (Quran 55:48).
Where is the name Afnan used?
Popular in Saudi Arabia, the Gulf, Jordan and Pakistan.
Gifts with the name Afnan
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Spellings and variants of Afnan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Afnan mean?
Afnan means 'Branches of trees'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Afnan a Muslim name?
Yes. Afnan is a Quranic word used as a Muslim name, mainly for girls.
How do you write Afnan in Arabic?
Afnan is written أفنان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Afnan?
Afnan is pronounced af-NAHN.
Is Afnan mentioned in the Quran?
The word describes the two gardens of Paradise: 'having spreading branches' (dhawātā afnān) (Quran 55:48).