Sharifa
Sharifa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Noble, honourable”.
| Meaning | Noble, honourable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | شريفة |
| Pronunciation | sha-REE-fah |
| Arabic root | ش ر ف (sh-r-f) — to be high, noble |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sharifa
Sharifa is the standard transliteration of the Arabic feminine name Sharīfa, 'noble, honourable'. It is widely used in East Africa, Central Asia and Malaysia (often as Sharifah, which in Malaysia also marks descent from the Prophet's ﷺ family). Turkish Şerife and Bosnian Šerifa are the same name.
Is Sharifa a Muslim name?
Yes. Sharifa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble or honourable.
Where is the name Sharifa used?
Used widely, notably in East Africa, Malaysia, Central Asia and the Balkans.
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Spellings and variants of Sharifa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sharifa mean?
Sharifa means 'Noble, honourable'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sharifa a Muslim name?
Yes. Sharifa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble or honourable.
How do you write Sharifa in Arabic?
Sharifa is written شريفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sharifa?
Sharifa is pronounced sha-REE-fah.