Hudhayfa
Hudhayfa is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of the Companion Hudhayfa”.
| Meaning | Name of the Companion Hudhayfa |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حذيفة |
| Pronunciation | hoo-THAY-fah |
| Arabic root | ح ذ ف (ḥ-dh-f) — to cut off, trim |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hudhayfa
Ḥudhayfa is a classical Arabic name, a diminutive from the root ḥ-dh-f. It is best known as the name of Ḥudhayfa ibn al-Yamān, the Companion known as 'keeper of the Prophet's secret' because the Prophet ﷺ told him the names of the hypocrites. Though the name is grammatically feminine in form, it is a boy's name.
Is Hudhayfa a Muslim name?
Yes. Hudhayfa is a Muslim name, borne by the Companion Hudhayfa ibn al-Yaman.
Where is the name Hudhayfa used?
Huzaifa is very common in Pakistan and India; Hudhaifa and Houdaifa in the Arab world.
Gifts with the name Hudhayfa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hudhayfa mean?
Hudhayfa means 'Name of the Companion Hudhayfa'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hudhayfa a Muslim name?
Yes. Hudhayfa is a Muslim name, borne by the Companion Hudhayfa ibn al-Yaman.
How do you write Hudhayfa in Arabic?
Hudhayfa is written حذيفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hudhayfa?
Hudhayfa is pronounced hoo-THAY-fah.