Safak
Safak is a Muslim boy name meaning “Dawn, twilight glow”.
| Meaning | Dawn, twilight glow |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish, from Arabic shafaq |
| Arabic spelling | شفق |
| Pronunciation | shah-FAHK |
| Arabic root | ش ف ق (sh-f-q) — twilight glow |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Safak
Safak is the Turkish name Şafak, often written without the cedilla. It comes from the Arabic shafaq, the red glow of the sky at sunset; in Turkish the word shifted to mean the first light of dawn. It is given mostly to boys but is also used for girls, as with the novelist Elif Şafak.
Is Safak a Muslim name?
Yes. Safak (Şafak) is a Turkish Muslim name taken from an Arabic word that appears in the Quran.
Is Safak in the Quran?
The Arabic word appears in an oath: 'So I swear by the twilight glow (al-shafaq)' (Quran 84:16).
Where is the name Safak used?
Used in Turkey, mostly for boys and occasionally for girls.
Gifts with the name Safak
- Safak name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Safak baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Safak mean?
Safak means 'Dawn, twilight glow'. It comes from Turkish, from Arabic shafaq.
Is Safak a Muslim name?
Yes. Safak (Şafak) is a Turkish Muslim name taken from an Arabic word that appears in the Quran.
How do you write Safak in Arabic?
Safak is written شفق in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Safak?
Safak is pronounced shah-FAHK.
Is Safak mentioned in the Quran?
The Arabic word appears in an oath: 'So I swear by the twilight glow (al-shafaq)' (Quran 84:16).