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Ufuq

/oo-FOOQ/

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Unisex

Meaning

Horizon

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic ุฃูู‚
Urdu ุงููˆู‚
Persian ุงูˆููˆู‚
Turkish Ufuk
Bengali เฆ‰เฆซเงเฆ•
Pashto ุงููˆู‚

Alternate Spellings

Ufuq is a versatile and harmonious name suitable for both boys and girls. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Horizon', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

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

Ufuq is the Arabic word for "horizon." The Quran (81:23) describes the Prophet ๏ทบ seeing the angel Jibril "in the clear horizon (al-ufuq al-mubin)."

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Arabic ุฃูู‚ (ufuq), 'horizon.'

Islamic Significance

The Quran refers to the 'clear horizon' in describing a vision of Jibril.

Quranic Connection

Ufuq, the horizon, is where the Prophet saw the messenger in Surah 81: and he saw him on the clear horizon (81:23).

Cultural / Regional Usage

A less commonly used given name, found across various Muslim-majority regions.