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Hanifa
Pronounced hah-NEE-fah /hษหni.fษ/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic hanif, 'a true believer, one of pure faith; upright, devout' (the feminine of Hanif)Medium
Popularity in the U.S. ยท SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880โpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Hanifa comes from Arabic hanif, 'a true believer, one of pure monotheistic faith; upright, devout' (the feminine of Hanif). A soft, devout name across the Arab world and beyond.
In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, a-true-believer at the root, and devout.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Hanifa mean?
Hanifa is Arabic for 'a true believer, upright, devout'.
How do you pronounce Hanifa?
It's said hah-NEE-fah /hษหni.fษ/ โ three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Hanifa a boy or girl name?
Hanifa is a girl's name.
How popular is Hanifa?
Hanifa is a rare name in the U.S.