Nafiu
Nafiu is a Muslim boy name meaning “Beneficial, useful”.
| Meaning | Beneficial, useful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Nigerian form |
| Arabic spelling | نافع |
| Pronunciation | NAH-fee-oo |
| Arabic root | ن ف ع (n-f-ʿ) — benefit |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nafiu
Nafiu is the Nigerian form of Nāfiʿ, 'beneficial' or 'one who brings benefit'. Nāfiʿ, the freed servant of ʿAbd Allāh ibn ʿUmar, was a major transmitter of hadith, and Nāfiʿ al-Madanī was one of the seven canonical Quran readers. The final -u is added in both Hausa and Yoruba.
Is Nafiu a Muslim name?
Yes. Nafiu is the Nigerian form of Nafi, an Arabic Muslim name meaning beneficial.
Where is the name Nafiu used?
Used among Hausa and Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nafiu mean?
Nafiu means 'Beneficial, useful'. It comes from Arabic, Nigerian form.
Is Nafiu a Muslim name?
Yes. Nafiu is the Nigerian form of Nafi, an Arabic Muslim name meaning beneficial.
How do you write Nafiu in Arabic?
Nafiu is written نافع in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nafiu?
Nafiu is pronounced NAH-fee-oo.