Akif
Akif is a Muslim boy name meaning “Devoted; one who stays in worship”.
| Meaning | Devoted; one who stays in worship |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عاكف |
| Pronunciation | AH-kif |
| Arabic root | ع ك ف (ʿ-k-f) — to stay devotedly, to remain in worship |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Akif
Akif (ʿĀkif) is someone who remains devotedly in one place, and in Islamic usage it means a person in iʿtikāf, secluded in the mosque for worship, especially in the last ten nights of Ramadan. In Turkey the name is strongly associated with Mehmet Akif Ersoy, the poet who wrote the Turkish national anthem.
Is Akif a Muslim name?
Yes. Akif is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, tied to iʿtikāf, devoted worship in the mosque.
Is Akif in the Quran?
The plural appears in the Quran: 'purify My House for those who circle it, those who stay there in devotion (al-ʿākifīn), and those who bow and prostrate' (Quran 2:125).
Where is the name Akif used?
Common in Turkey and used in Pakistan and India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Akif mean?
Akif means 'Devoted; one who stays in worship'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Akif a Muslim name?
Yes. Akif is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, tied to iʿtikāf, devoted worship in the mosque.
How do you write Akif in Arabic?
Akif is written عاكف in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Akif?
Akif is pronounced AH-kif.
Is Akif mentioned in the Quran?
The plural appears in the Quran: 'purify My House for those who circle it, those who stay there in devotion (al-ʿākifīn), and those who bow and prostrate' (Quran 2:125).