Hanief
Hanief is a Muslim boy name meaning “Upright, true in faith”.
| Meaning | Upright, true in faith |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حنيف |
| Pronunciation | ha-NEEF |
| Arabic root | ح ن ف (ḥ-n-f) — to incline, turn away from falsehood |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hanief
Hanief is a spelling of Ḥanīf used particularly among Cape Malay Muslims in South Africa and in Suriname and the Netherlands, where ie represents the 'ee' sound. A ḥanīf is one who turns away from idolatry toward pure monotheism, the Quran's description of the Prophet Ibrahim.
Is Hanief a Muslim name?
Yes. Hanief is a Muslim name meaning upright in faith, the term the Quran uses for Ibrahim.
Is Hanief in the Quran?
'Ibrahim was neither a Jew nor a Christian, but he was upright (ḥanīf), a Muslim' (Quran 3:67).
Where is the name Hanief used?
Mainly used in South Africa, Suriname and among Dutch-speaking Muslims.
Gifts with the name Hanief
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hanief mean?
Hanief means 'Upright, true in faith'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hanief a Muslim name?
Yes. Hanief is a Muslim name meaning upright in faith, the term the Quran uses for Ibrahim.
How do you write Hanief in Arabic?
Hanief is written حنيف in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hanief?
Hanief is pronounced ha-NEEF.
Is Hanief mentioned in the Quran?
'Ibrahim was neither a Jew nor a Christian, but he was upright (ḥanīf), a Muslim' (Quran 3:67).