Shafaat

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Meaning

Intercession

Origin

Arabic

Global Spellings

Arabic شعفاط
Urdu شفاعت
Persian شفاعت
Turkish Şefaat
Bengali শাফাআত
Indonesian Syafaat
Pashto شفاعت
If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Shafaat is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Intercession', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

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

Shafaat comes from the Arabic root sh-f-', the same root behind “shafa'ah” (intercession). The Quran (2:255) asks, “who is it that can intercede with Him except by His permission?”