Esref
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Esref
Esref is derived from the Arabic word "شرف" (sharaf), meaning honor, nobility, or prestige, with the "E-" prefix being a Turkish phonetic variation of the Arabic article.
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Etymology
Esref is derived from the Arabic word "شرف" (sharaf), meaning honor, nobility, or prestige, with the "E-" prefix being a Turkish phonetic variation of the Arabic article. The name is primarily used in Turkish and other Ottoman-influenced cultures, particularly among Muslim populations, with historical prominence in the Ottoman Empire where it was borne by scholars and officials.
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