Iffah
Iffah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Chastity, modesty, virtue”.
| Meaning | Chastity, modesty, virtue |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عفة |
| Pronunciation | IF-fah |
| Arabic root | ع ف ف (ʿ-f-f) — to be chaste, abstain |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Iffah
Iffah is the Arabic ʿiffa, the virtue of chastity and dignified restraint, including refraining from what is unlawful or from asking people for help. It is one of the core virtues in Islamic ethics. The Urdu and Persian form ends in -at, giving Iffat; Iffah keeps the Arabic ending and is popular in Malaysia and the West.
Is Iffah a Muslim name?
Yes. Iffah is a Muslim name meaning chastity and modesty, an important Islamic virtue.
Is Iffah in the Quran?
The root appears in the instruction 'Let those who find no means to marry keep themselves chaste (yastaʿfif)' (Quran 24:33).
Where is the name Iffah used?
Used in Malaysia, Pakistan and the Arab world.
Gifts with the name Iffah
- Iffah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Iffah baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Iffah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iffah mean?
Iffah means 'Chastity, modesty, virtue'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Iffah a Muslim name?
Yes. Iffah is a Muslim name meaning chastity and modesty, an important Islamic virtue.
How do you write Iffah in Arabic?
Iffah is written عفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Iffah?
Iffah is pronounced IF-fah.
Is Iffah mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in the instruction 'Let those who find no means to marry keep themselves chaste (yastaʿfif)' (Quran 24:33).