Rafat
Rafat is a Muslim boy name meaning “Compassion, tender mercy”.
| Meaning | Compassion, tender mercy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رأفت |
| Pronunciation | RAH-fat |
| Arabic root | ر أ ف (r-ʾ-f) — to be kind, compassionate |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rafat
Rafat (Raʾfat) comes from raʾfa, tender compassion, the same root as al-Raʾūf, 'the Most Kind', a name of God. Despite the feminine-looking ending it is mainly a boy's name, popular in Egypt, Palestine and Pakistan, and found in Turkey as Rafet. Families wanting a girl's form usually choose Rafa or Raufa.
Is Rafat a Muslim name?
Yes. Rafat is an Arabic Muslim name meaning compassion, from the same root as God's name Ar-Ra'uf.
Is Rafat in the Quran?
The root appears in 'We placed in the hearts of those who followed him compassion (raʾfa) and mercy' (Quran 57:27).
Where is the name Rafat used?
Mainly a male name in Egypt, Palestine, Pakistan and Turkey.
Gifts with the name Rafat
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rafat mean?
Rafat means 'Compassion, tender mercy'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rafat a Muslim name?
Yes. Rafat is an Arabic Muslim name meaning compassion, from the same root as God's name Ar-Ra'uf.
How do you write Rafat in Arabic?
Rafat is written رأفت in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rafat?
Rafat is pronounced RAH-fat.
Is Rafat mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'We placed in the hearts of those who followed him compassion (raʾfa) and mercy' (Quran 57:27).