Vefa
Vefa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Loyalty, faithfulness”.
| Meaning | Loyalty, faithfulness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Wafāʾ |
| Arabic spelling | وفاء |
| Pronunciation | veh-FAH |
| Arabic root | و ف ي (w-f-y) — to fulfil, be faithful |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Vefa
Vefa is the Turkish form of Wafāʾ, 'loyalty' and 'keeping one's word'. Turkish writes the Arabic w as v and the a as e. Vefa is also the name of a historic Istanbul neighbourhood, named after the 15th-century Sufi Şeyh Vefa. The value of keeping promises is stressed repeatedly in the Quran.
Is Vefa a Muslim name?
Yes. Vefa is the Turkish form of Wafa, an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'loyalty'.
Is Vefa in the Quran?
The root appears in 'Fulfil My covenant, and I will fulfil your covenant' (Quran 2:40).
Where is the name Vefa used?
Used in Turkey, the Balkans and Azerbaijan (Vəfa).
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Spellings and variants of Vefa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Vefa mean?
Vefa means 'Loyalty, faithfulness'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Wafāʾ.
Is Vefa a Muslim name?
Yes. Vefa is the Turkish form of Wafa, an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'loyalty'.
How do you write Vefa in Arabic?
Vefa is written وفاء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Vefa?
Vefa is pronounced veh-FAH.
Is Vefa mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'Fulfil My covenant, and I will fulfil your covenant' (Quran 2:40).