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Elif

Muslim Girl Name · Scholarly Verified

أَلِف

The first letter of the Quran (Alif); Slender, Friendly, Honest

Symbolizes Alif (initial letter of Bismillah and the Quran), representing unity on Sirat al-Mustaqim. Top 3 girl name in Türkiye.

Themes: guidance, beauty

Origin:
Turkish / Arabic
Transliteration:
Elif • Pronounced: (Eh-lif)
Prominent Regional Familiarity
Türkiye, Western Communities
Naming Tradition
Turkish Muslim Names
Associated Countries & Lineage
Türkiye, Germany
Primary Quranic / Hadith Source
Quranic Arabic Alphabet
Authenticated Scholarly Sources
Traditional Turkish Lexicography

Similar & Related Islamic Names

  • Aaliya

    Exalted, High rank, Sublime, Heavenly
    عَالِيَة
  • Aaliyah

    Exalted, High Rank, Sublime, Noble
    عَالِيَة
  • Aaminah

    Peaceful, Secure, Mother of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
    آمِنَة
  • Aarefa

    Learned, Wise, Devout woman of divine gnosis
    عَارِفَة

What is the meaning of the Islamic name Elif (أَلِف)?

The Islamic name Elif (أَلِف) means "The first letter of the Quran (Alif); Slender, Friendly, Honest". It is of Turkish / Arabic origin and is suitable for a Muslim girl.

What is the Islamic significance of the name Elif?

Symbolizes Alif (initial letter of Bismillah and the Quran), representing unity on Sirat al-Mustaqim. Top 3 girl name in Türkiye.

Elif (أَلِف) — Meaning, Origin & Islamic Significance | SALAH Live