Arif
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Arif
Arif is an Arabic name meaning "knowledgeable" or "wise," derived from the root 'araf (عرف), which signifies understanding or awareness.
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Etymology
Arif is an Arabic name meaning "knowledgeable" or "wise," derived from the root 'araf (عرف), which signifies understanding or awareness. The name is primarily used in Islamic and Arab cultures, with historical prominence among Muslim scholars and religious leaders throughout the Middle East and South Asia.
Arif currently ranks #7,717 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2007.
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