عارفة
Arifa
Arifa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Knowing, wise woman”.
| Meaning | Knowing, wise woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عارفة |
| Pronunciation | AH-ri-fah |
| Arabic root | ع ر ف (ʿ-r-f) — to know, to recognise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Arifa
Arifa is the feminine of ʿĀrif, describing a woman who knows and understands, with the added Sufi sense of one who knows God. It is used especially in South Asia and among Muslims in the Balkans and Central Asia.
Is Arifa a Muslim name?
Yes. Arifa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, the feminine of Arif.
Where is the name Arifa used?
Used in Pakistan, India, Bosnia and Central Asia.
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Spellings and variants of Arifa
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More girl names like Arifa
Aabida — Worshipper, devoted to GodAadila — Just, fair-mindedAafiya — Good health, well-being, safetyAafiyah — Good health, well-being, safetyAafiyat — Good health, well-beingAafreen — Praise, bravo; well doneAakifah — Devoted, one who stays in worshipAamila — Hard-working, one who actsAamira — Prosperous, flourishing, full of lifeAamirah — Prosperous, thrivingAanisa — Friendly, good-natured; young ladyAarifa — Knowing, wise, discerningAasiya — Āsiya, wife of PharaohAatika — Pure, noble; fragrantAatikah — Noble, pureAbeeda — Worshipper, devoted to GodAbeedah — Worshipper, devoted to GodAbeer — Fragrance, perfume
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arifa mean?
Arifa means 'Knowing, wise woman'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Arifa a Muslim name?
Yes. Arifa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, the feminine of Arif.
How do you write Arifa in Arabic?
Arifa is written عارفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Arifa?
Arifa is pronounced AH-ri-fah.