Sofyan
Sofyan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Classical Arabic name; meaning uncertain”.
| Meaning | Classical Arabic name; meaning uncertain |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سفيان |
| Pronunciation | sof-YAAN |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sofyan
Sofyan is a spelling of the classical Arabic name Sufyān, common in Indonesia, Malaysia and North Africa (where it is often written Soufiane). The meaning is not firmly settled; early lexicographers linked it to the root s-f-y, to blow away like the wind. It is known through Abu Sufyan ibn Harb and the great scholar Sufyan al-Thawri, as well as Sufyan ibn ʿUyayna.
Is Sofyan a Muslim name?
Yes. Sofyan is a form of Sufyan, a classical Arabic name borne by notable early Muslims including the jurist and hadith master Sufyan al-Thawri.
Where is the name Sofyan used?
The spelling Sofyan is common in Indonesia and Malaysia; Soufiane and Sofiane dominate in Morocco and Algeria.
Gifts with the name Sofyan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sofyan mean?
Sofyan means 'Classical Arabic name; meaning uncertain'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sofyan a Muslim name?
Yes. Sofyan is a form of Sufyan, a classical Arabic name borne by notable early Muslims including the jurist and hadith master Sufyan al-Thawri.
How do you write Sofyan in Arabic?
Sofyan is written سفيان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sofyan?
Sofyan is pronounced sof-YAAN.