Raufa
Raufa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Kind, compassionate, tender”.
| Meaning | Kind, compassionate, tender |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رؤوفة |
| Pronunciation | ra-OO-fah |
| Arabic root | ر أ ف (r-ʾ-f) — tender compassion |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Raufa
Raufa (Raʾūfa) is the feminine of Raʾūf, meaning gentle and deeply compassionate. Raʾfa is a special tenderness, often described as the most delicate form of mercy. Al-Raʾūf is a Name of God, and the Quran also uses raʾūf to describe the Prophet ﷺ. The name is used mainly in South Asia, Central Asia and East Africa.
Is Raufa a Muslim name?
Yes. Raufa is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning kind and compassionate.
Is Raufa in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'Indeed God is Kind (la-raʾūfun) and Merciful to the people' (Quran 2:143).
Where is the name Raufa used?
Used mainly in Pakistan, India and Central Asia.
Gifts with the name Raufa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raufa mean?
Raufa means 'Kind, compassionate, tender'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Raufa a Muslim name?
Yes. Raufa is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning kind and compassionate.
How do you write Raufa in Arabic?
Raufa is written رؤوفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Raufa?
Raufa is pronounced ra-OO-fah.
Is Raufa mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'Indeed God is Kind (la-raʾūfun) and Merciful to the people' (Quran 2:143).