Arfan
Arfan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Knowledge, recognition, gratitude”.
| Meaning | Knowledge, recognition, gratitude |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عرفان |
| Pronunciation | ar-FAHN |
| Arabic root | ع ر ف (ʿ-r-f) — to know, to recognise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Arfan
Arfan is a South Asian spelling of the Arabic ʿIrfān, which means deep knowledge or recognition, and also acknowledgement of a favour, hence gratitude. In Sufi usage ʿirfān refers to inner knowledge of God. Irfan is the more common spelling; Arfan reflects a local pronunciation.
Is Arfan a Muslim name?
Yes. Arfan is a Muslim name, a variant of Irfan, meaning knowledge and gratitude.
Is Arfan in the Quran?
The name is not in the Quran, but its root appears in 'We made you nations and tribes so that you may know one another (litaʿārafū)' (Quran 49:13).
Where is the name Arfan used?
Used in Pakistan and India alongside the more common Irfan.
Gifts with the name Arfan
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Spellings and variants of Arfan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arfan mean?
Arfan means 'Knowledge, recognition, gratitude'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Arfan a Muslim name?
Yes. Arfan is a Muslim name, a variant of Irfan, meaning knowledge and gratitude.
How do you write Arfan in Arabic?
Arfan is written عرفان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Arfan?
Arfan is pronounced ar-FAHN.
Is Arfan mentioned in the Quran?
The name is not in the Quran, but its root appears in 'We made you nations and tribes so that you may know one another (litaʿārafū)' (Quran 49:13).