سيف

Seif

boyArabic

Seif is a Muslim boy name meaning “Sword”.

MeaningSword
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingسيف
PronunciationSAYF
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Seif

Seif is a spelling of the Arabic Sayf, 'sword', a symbol of strength and the defence of justice. It is often used as part of titles such as Sayf al-Dīn, 'sword of the faith', and Khālid ibn al-Walīd was called Sayf Allāh, 'the Sword of God', by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Seif is the usual spelling in Zanzibar and Egypt.

Is Seif a Muslim name?

Yes. Seif is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'sword'. Khalid ibn al-Walid was honoured with the title Sayf Allah.

Where is the name Seif used?

Common in Zanzibar, Tanzania, Egypt and the Gulf.

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Spellings and variants of Seif

SaifSayfSefuSeifu

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Seif mean?

Seif means 'Sword'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Seif a Muslim name?

Yes. Seif is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'sword'. Khalid ibn al-Walid was honoured with the title Sayf Allah.

How do you write Seif in Arabic?

Seif is written سيف in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Seif?

Seif is pronounced SAYF.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.