Zarif
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Zarif
Zarif means "elegant," "graceful," or "refined" and derives from the Arabic root z-r-f, which relates to delicacy and sophistication.
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Etymology
Zarif means "elegant," "graceful," or "refined" and derives from the Arabic root z-r-f, which relates to delicacy and sophistication. The name is primarily used in Islamic cultures across the Middle East, South Asia, and North Africa, with historical prominence among Persian and Arab-speaking populations.
Zarif currently ranks #12,321 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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