Atifa
Arabic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Atifa
The given name 'Atifa' means 'gentle' or 'delicate' and is derived from the Arabic language, specifically from the root 't-f-' which conveys a sense of softness or tenderness.
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Etymology
The given name 'Atifa' means 'gentle' or 'delicate' and is derived from the Arabic language, specifically from the root 't-f-' which conveys a sense of softness or tenderness.
Atifa is commonly used in Islamic cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries, and has been used as a given name for women in various historical periods, including the Ottoman Empire.
Atifa currently ranks #15,996 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2014.
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