Elif
Meaning of Elif
Elif is a beautiful and unique name of Turkish origin, commonly used for girls. Pronounced as eh-leef (/e.lif/), it carries a sense of elegance and simplicity. The name Elif is derived from the first letter of the Arabic alphabet, "Alif," symbolizing the beginning or the first. It’s often associated with qualities such as leadership and originality. Over recent years, Elif has seen varying popularity in the United States, with a notable increase in usage since the late 1990s. In 2023, it ranked at 2165 with 87 occurrences among newborns. This name also has a variation, Elife, which retains the same charm and cultural significance. Elif’s rising popularity reflects its cross-cultural appeal and timeless grace, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a meaningful and distinctive name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
Turkish
- Pronunced as eh-leef (/e.lif/)
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Notable People Named Elif
| Elif Shafak is a renowned Turkish-British novelist, essayist, public speaker, political scientist, and activist. |
| Elif Batuman is an accomplished American author, academic, and journalist known for her memoir and novels, including The Idiot, which was a Pulitzer Prize finalist, and she is also a staff writer for The New Yorker. |
| Elif Deniz is a Turkish women's football midfielder who has played for Trabzon İdmanocağı in the First League and has been a member of the Turkish national team since 2010. |
| Elif Kızılkaya is a Turkish curler. |
| Elif Yıldırım Gören is a Turkish sprinter specializing in the 400m hurdles event, representing Enka SK and coached by Kemal Şencan and Fausto Ribeiro. |
