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Ashraf

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Pronounced ASH-raf /ΛˆΙ‘Κƒ.rΙ‘f/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic ashraf, 'most noble, most honorable, most distinguished' (a superlative of sharif)High

In 30 seconds: Most noble: Ashraf is Arabic for 'most honorable, most distinguished'. Dignified, regal, and warm β€” a name of the highest character.
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Origin HighArabic
MeaningFrom Arabic ashraf, 'most noble, most honorable, most distinguished' (a superlative of sharif)
U.S. rank (2025)#3763 β†— Rising
2025 U.S. births29 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1988
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 952

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 198819692025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Ashraf comes from Arabic ashraf, 'most noble, most honorable, most distinguished' (the superlative of sharif). A dignified, regal name across the Arab and Muslim world.

In the U.S. it appears in Arab and South Asian families. Rare, most-noble at the root, and dignified.

Did you know? Ashraf means 'most noble, most honorable' in Arabic β€” the superlative of sharif ('noble'); a dignified, distinguished name across the Arab world.
Overall data confidence 82%
Arabic references β€” ashraf β€” etymology

Variations

Ashrof

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • β˜…Ashraf Ghani (1949-)
    Afghan politician and academic who served as President of Afghanistan from 2014 to 2021
  • β˜…Ashraf Barhom (1975-)
    Israeli-Arab actor known for roles in films including Paradise Now and Clash of the Titans
  • β˜…Ashraf Sinclair (1979-2020)
    British-Malaysian actor and businessman, known for Indonesian film and television roles

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ashraf mean?

Ashraf is Arabic for 'most noble, most honorable, most distinguished'.

How do you pronounce Ashraf?

It's said ASH-raf /ΛˆΙ‘Κƒ.rΙ‘f/ β€” two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Ashraf a boy or girl name?

Ashraf is a boy's name.

How popular is Ashraf?

Ashraf is a rare name in the U.S.

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