Atif
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Atif
The name 'Atif' means "compassionate" or "affectionate" in Arabic, derived from the root ‘-ṭ-f (ع ط ف) denoting inclination or tenderness.
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Etymology
The name 'Atif' means "compassionate" or "affectionate" in Arabic, derived from the root ‘-ṭ-f (ع ط ف) denoting inclination or tenderness. It is predominantly used in Muslim cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking and South Asian communities, with historical prominence in Islamic scholarship and poetry.
Atif currently ranks #6,563 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1981.
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