Effat
Effat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Chastity, virtue, modesty”.
| Meaning | Chastity, virtue, modesty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Persian / Egyptian form |
| Arabic spelling | عفت |
| Pronunciation | ef-FAT |
| Arabic root | ع ف ف (ʿ-f-f) — to be chaste, abstain |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Effat
Effat is the Persian and Egyptian pronunciation of ʿIffat, chastity and self-restraint. The Persian form keeps the final t of the Arabic ʿiffa. Queen Effat, wife of King Faisal of Saudi Arabia, founded Effat University, the kingdom's first private women's college.
Is Effat a Muslim name?
Yes. Effat is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning chastity and virtue.
Is Effat in the Quran?
The root appears in 'the ignorant think them rich because of their restraint' (Quran 2:273).
Where is the name Effat used?
Used in Iran, Egypt and Saudi Arabia, and as Iffat in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Effat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Effat mean?
Effat means 'Chastity, virtue, modesty'. It comes from Arabic, Persian / Egyptian form.
Is Effat a Muslim name?
Yes. Effat is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning chastity and virtue.
How do you write Effat in Arabic?
Effat is written عفت in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Effat?
Effat is pronounced ef-FAT.
Is Effat mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'the ignorant think them rich because of their restraint' (Quran 2:273).