Saiful
Saiful is a Muslim boy name meaning “Sword of (as in Sword of Islam)”.
| Meaning | Sword of (as in Sword of Islam) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سيف الـ |
| Pronunciation | SAI-ful |
| Arabic root | س ي ف (s-y-f) — sword |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Saiful
Saiful comes from the Arabic Sayf al-, 'sword of the', and is the first part of compound names such as Saiful Islam, 'sword of Islam', or Saifullah, 'sword of Allah'. Saifullah was the title the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ gave to Khalid ibn al-Walid. In Bangladesh and Malaysia, Saiful is often used on its own as a given name.
Is Saiful a Muslim name?
Yes. Saiful is an Arabic Muslim name element meaning 'sword of', usually completed as Saiful Islam or Saifullah.
Where is the name Saiful used?
Very common in Bangladesh, Malaysia and Indonesia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saiful mean?
Saiful means 'Sword of (as in Sword of Islam)'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Saiful a Muslim name?
Yes. Saiful is an Arabic Muslim name element meaning 'sword of', usually completed as Saiful Islam or Saifullah.
How do you write Saiful in Arabic?
Saiful is written سيف الـ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Saiful?
Saiful is pronounced SAI-ful.