Arabic · Turkish

Akif

Pronounced AA-kifShare

Meaning: Devoted; focused

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

The Arabic name refers to devotion, particularly retreat for worship. It also has established Turkish usage, where the pronunciation differs from Arabic.

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

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Origins

Akif comes from Arabic and Turkish.

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