Refik
Refik is a Muslim boy name meaning “Kind companion, gentle friend”.
| Meaning | Kind companion, gentle friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic Rafīq |
| Arabic spelling | رفيق |
| Pronunciation | reh-FEEK |
| Arabic root | ر ف ق (r-f-q) — gentleness, companionship |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Refik
Refik is the Turkish and Bosnian form of Rafīq, 'companion' or 'gentle friend'. The root also gives rifq (gentleness), a quality the Prophet ﷺ praised, saying that God is gentle and loves gentleness. Turkish writes the Arabic 'q' as 'k' and shifts the 'a' to 'e'.
Is Refik a Muslim name?
Yes. Refik is the Turkish form of the Arabic Muslim name Rafīq, meaning 'kind companion'.
Where is the name Refik used?
Common in Turkey and Bosnia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Refik mean?
Refik means 'Kind companion, gentle friend'. It comes from Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic Rafīq.
Is Refik a Muslim name?
Yes. Refik is the Turkish form of the Arabic Muslim name Rafīq, meaning 'kind companion'.
How do you write Refik in Arabic?
Refik is written رفيق in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Refik?
Refik is pronounced reh-FEEK.