Nafees
Nafees is a Muslim boy name meaning “Precious, refined, exquisite”.
| Meaning | Precious, refined, exquisite |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نفيس |
| Pronunciation | nah-FEES |
| Arabic root | ن ف س (n-f-s) — to be precious |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nafees
Nafees is the South Asian spelling of Arabic Nafīs, 'precious, valuable, refined'. The word was used of things so valuable that people competed for them. It is a familiar boys' name in Pakistan and India, and the Urdu word nafīs also means elegant or delicate.
Is Nafees a Muslim name?
Yes. Nafees is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning precious and refined.
Where is the name Nafees used?
Common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
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Spellings and variants of Nafees
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nafees mean?
Nafees means 'Precious, refined, exquisite'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Nafees a Muslim name?
Yes. Nafees is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning precious and refined.
How do you write Nafees in Arabic?
Nafees is written نفيس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nafees?
Nafees is pronounced nah-FEES.