Irfan

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Meaning

Knowledge

Origin

Arabic

Global Spellings

Arabic عرفان
Urdu عرفان
Persian عرفان
Turkish İrfan
Bengali ইরফান
Pashto عرفان
If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Irfan is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Knowledge', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Irfan has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Irfan comes from the Arabic root '-r-f, the same root behind Arif, meaning “to know.” “'Irfan” is rendered “gnosis” and used in Sufi terminology for direct spiritual knowledge of Allah.