Ilaf
Ilaf is a Muslim girl name meaning “Familiarity, security, harmony”.
| Meaning | Familiarity, security, harmony |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | إيلاف |
| Pronunciation | ee-LAAF |
| Arabic root | أ ل ف (ʾ-l-f) — familiarity, harmony |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ilaf
Ilaf (Īlāf) means familiarity, harmony and secure habit. It is the opening word of Surah Quraysh, which speaks of the security God gave Quraysh for their winter and summer trade journeys. The name is popular for girls in Iraq and the Gulf because of this Quranic connection.
Is Ilaf a Muslim name?
Yes. Ilaf is a Quranic Muslim name, the first word of Surah Quraysh.
Is Ilaf in the Quran?
The word opens Surah Quraysh: 'For the accustomed security of Quraysh' (li-īlāfi Quraysh) (Quran 106:1).
Where is the name Ilaf used?
Popular in Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Jordan.
Gifts with the name Ilaf
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Spellings and variants of Ilaf
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ilaf mean?
Ilaf means 'Familiarity, security, harmony'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ilaf a Muslim name?
Yes. Ilaf is a Quranic Muslim name, the first word of Surah Quraysh.
How do you write Ilaf in Arabic?
Ilaf is written إيلاف in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ilaf?
Ilaf is pronounced ee-LAAF.
Is Ilaf mentioned in the Quran?
The word opens Surah Quraysh: 'For the accustomed security of Quraysh' (li-īlāfi Quraysh) (Quran 106:1).