Kashif
Kashif is a Muslim boy name meaning “Discoverer, revealer, one who removes”.
| Meaning | Discoverer, revealer, one who removes |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | كاشف |
| Pronunciation | KAA-shif |
| Arabic root | ك ش ف (k-sh-f) — to uncover, remove |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kashif
Kāshif is the Arabic active participle meaning 'one who uncovers' or 'one who removes', for example a hardship or a hidden truth. The name is especially popular in Pakistan and India. In the Quran the word is used of God alone as the one who removes harm.
Is Kashif a Muslim name?
Yes. Kashif is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning revealer or one who removes hardship.
Is Kashif in the Quran?
It appears in 'If Allah touches you with harm, none can remove it except Him' (Quran 6:17).
Where is the name Kashif used?
Very common in Pakistan and among Indian Muslims.
Gifts with the name Kashif
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Spellings and variants of Kashif
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kashif mean?
Kashif means 'Discoverer, revealer, one who removes'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Kashif a Muslim name?
Yes. Kashif is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning revealer or one who removes hardship.
How do you write Kashif in Arabic?
Kashif is written كاشف in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kashif?
Kashif is pronounced KAA-shif.
Is Kashif mentioned in the Quran?
It appears in 'If Allah touches you with harm, none can remove it except Him' (Quran 6:17).