Haneefa
Haneefa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Upright in faith, true believer”.
| Meaning | Upright in faith, true believer |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حنيفة |
| Pronunciation | ha-NEE-fah |
| Arabic root | ح ن ف (ḥ-n-f) — to incline (towards the truth) |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Haneefa
Haneefa is the feminine of Ḥanīf, the Quranic term for a person of pure monotheistic faith. It also recalls Banū Ḥanīfa, a major Arabian tribe, and Abū Ḥanīfa, the founder of the Hanafi school of law, whose kunya contains the name. This spelling is typical of South Asia and East Africa.
Is Haneefa a Muslim name?
Yes. Haneefa is a Muslim name, the feminine form of the Quranic word ḥanīf (upright in faith).
Is Haneefa in the Quran?
The masculine form describes Ibrahim: 'he was upright (ḥanīfan), a Muslim' (Quran 3:67).
Where is the name Haneefa used?
Used in Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, East Africa and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haneefa mean?
Haneefa means 'Upright in faith, true believer'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Haneefa a Muslim name?
Yes. Haneefa is a Muslim name, the feminine form of the Quranic word ḥanīf (upright in faith).
How do you write Haneefa in Arabic?
Haneefa is written حنيفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Haneefa?
Haneefa is pronounced ha-NEE-fah.
Is Haneefa mentioned in the Quran?
The masculine form describes Ibrahim: 'he was upright (ḥanīfan), a Muslim' (Quran 3:67).