شفيق

Shafeeq

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Shafeeq is a Muslim boy name meaning “Compassionate, tender, kind”.

MeaningCompassionate, tender, kind
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingشفيق
Pronunciationshah-FEEK
Arabic rootش ف ق (sh-f-q) — to be compassionate, concerned
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Shafeeq

Shafeeq is the South Asian spelling of Shafīq, a person full of tender concern for others. The root gives shafaqa, compassion, and also shafaq, the glow of twilight. The name is widely used in Pakistan, India and Kerala, where the double e marks the long vowel.

Is Shafeeq a Muslim name?

Yes. Shafeeq is an Arabic Muslim name meaning compassionate.

Where is the name Shafeeq used?

Common in Pakistan and India, especially Kerala.

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Spellings and variants of Shafeeq

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shafeeq mean?

Shafeeq means 'Compassionate, tender, kind'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Shafeeq a Muslim name?

Yes. Shafeeq is an Arabic Muslim name meaning compassionate.

How do you write Shafeeq in Arabic?

Shafeeq is written شفيق in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Shafeeq?

Shafeeq is pronounced shah-FEEK.

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