Huzaifa
Huzaifa is a Muslim boy name meaning “Diminutive of hadhaf, a small sheep”.
| Meaning | Diminutive of hadhaf, a small sheep |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حذيفة |
| Pronunciation | hoo-ZAY-fah |
| Arabic root | ح ذ ف (ḥ-dh-f) — to cut short |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Huzaifa
Huzaifa is the South Asian spelling of Ḥudhayfa, an old Arabic name in diminutive form. It is honoured through Hudhayfa ibn al-Yaman, the Companion known as the keeper of the Prophet's ﷺ secret, to whom he confided the names of the hypocrites. In Urdu the dh is pronounced z, giving Huzaifa.
Is Huzaifa a Muslim name?
Yes. Huzaifa (Hudhayfa) is a Muslim name and the name of the Companion Hudhayfa ibn al-Yaman.
Where is the name Huzaifa used?
Very popular in Pakistan and India; Hudhaifa in the Arab world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Huzaifa mean?
Huzaifa means 'Diminutive of hadhaf, a small sheep'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Huzaifa a Muslim name?
Yes. Huzaifa (Hudhayfa) is a Muslim name and the name of the Companion Hudhayfa ibn al-Yaman.
How do you write Huzaifa in Arabic?
Huzaifa is written حذيفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Huzaifa?
Huzaifa is pronounced hoo-ZAY-fah.