Asifah
Asifah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Strong wind, storm”.
| Meaning | Strong wind, storm |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عاصفة |
| Pronunciation | AH-si-fah |
| Arabic root | ع ص ف (ʿ-ṣ-f) — to blow violently |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Asifah
Asifah is the Arabic ʿāṣifa, a strong or stormy wind, suggesting energy and force. It is sometimes used as the feminine of Asif in South Asia, although the two names come from different words and are spelled differently in Arabic.
Is Asifah a Muslim name?
Yes. Asifah is an Arabic name, used by Muslim families mainly in South Asia, meaning a strong wind.
Is Asifah in the Quran?
The word appears in 'a storm wind (rīḥun ʿāṣif) comes upon them' (Quran 10:22).
Where is the name Asifah used?
Used mainly in Pakistan and India.
Gifts with the name Asifah
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Asifah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Asifah mean?
Asifah means 'Strong wind, storm'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Asifah a Muslim name?
Yes. Asifah is an Arabic name, used by Muslim families mainly in South Asia, meaning a strong wind.
How do you write Asifah in Arabic?
Asifah is written عاصفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Asifah?
Asifah is pronounced AH-si-fah.
Is Asifah mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'a storm wind (rīḥun ʿāṣif) comes upon them' (Quran 10:22).