Sharifah
Sharifah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Noble, honourable woman”.
| Meaning | Noble, honourable woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | شريفة |
| Pronunciation | sha-REE-fah |
| Arabic root | ش ر ف (sh-r-f) — honour, nobility |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sharifah
Sharifah is the feminine of Sharīf, 'noble'. In Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia, Sharifah is used both as a given name and as a hereditary title for women of the Ba ʿAlawī sayyid families of Hadrami descent, who trace their lineage to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; their men carry the title Syed. The -h spelling is standard there.
Is Sharifah a Muslim name?
Yes. Sharifah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'noble', also used in Southeast Asia as a title for women descended from the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Sharifah used?
Very common in Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sharifah mean?
Sharifah means 'Noble, honourable woman'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sharifah a Muslim name?
Yes. Sharifah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'noble', also used in Southeast Asia as a title for women descended from the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Sharifah in Arabic?
Sharifah is written شريفة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sharifah?
Sharifah is pronounced sha-REE-fah.