شفيق

Shafik

boyArabic

Shafik is a Muslim boy name meaning “Compassionate, tender-hearted”.

MeaningCompassionate, tender-hearted
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingشفيق
Pronunciationsha-FEEK
Arabic rootش ف ق (sh-f-q) — compassion, tender care
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Shafik

Shafik is a spelling of Shafīq, meaning compassionate and caring. It is found in French-influenced countries, East Africa and Turkey (Şefik), where the Arabic q is written k. The root also gives shafaq, the red glow of twilight, and ishfāq, anxious tenderness. Egyptian politician Ahmed Shafik is a modern bearer.

Is Shafik a Muslim name?

Yes. Shafik (Shafiq) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'compassionate'.

Is Shafik in the Quran?

The root appears in 'and they, out of awe of Him, are apprehensive (mushfiqūn)' (Quran 21:28).

Where is the name Shafik used?

Used in Egypt, North Africa and East Africa.

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Spellings and variants of Shafik

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shafik mean?

Shafik means 'Compassionate, tender-hearted'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Shafik a Muslim name?

Yes. Shafik (Shafiq) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'compassionate'.

How do you write Shafik in Arabic?

Shafik is written شفيق in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Shafik?

Shafik is pronounced sha-FEEK.

Is Shafik mentioned in the Quran?

The root appears in 'and they, out of awe of Him, are apprehensive (mushfiqūn)' (Quran 21:28).

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