Irfan
Meaning of Irfan
The name Irfan is a male name of Arabic origin, meaning "knowledge" or "wisdom." It is widely used in various cultures, particularly among Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities. The pronunciation of Irfan varies slightly between Turkish and Arabic, with both typically pronounced as eer-FAHN or ir-FAHN. The name has a spiritual connotation, often associated with deep understanding and enlightenment.
Irfan has been used consistently over the years in the United States, though it remains relatively rare. Its popularity peaked in 1985 when it ranked 3069th. Despite its modest usage, Irfan carries a rich cultural heritage and timeless appeal. Variations of the name include Irfaan, offering slight regional differences while maintaining its core meaning. This name continues to be cherished for its profound significance and elegant simplicity.
Pronunciation
Turkish
- Pronunced as eer-FAHN (/iːrˈfɑːn/)
Arabic
- Pronunced as ir-FAHN (/ɪərˈfɑːn/)
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Notable People Named Irfan
| Irfan Pathan is a former Indian cricketer known for his bowling all-rounder skills and contributions to the Indian cricket team's victories in the 2007 ICC Twenty20 World Cup and 2013 ICC Champions Trophy. |
| Irfan Siddiqi is an American physicist known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of superconducting quantum circuits and currently holds a professorship at the University of California, Berkeley. |
| Irfan Pardesi is a Pakistani serial entrepreneur and investor known for founding multiple companies and serving as the chairman of Next Cellular. |
| Irfan Khan is a Pakistani Pashtun pop singer known for his hit single "Pekhawar Khu Pekhawar De" and the superhit song "Jaanan" from his album of the same name, which gained international recognition. |
| Mohammad Irfan Khan Niazi is a Pakistani cricketer. |
| Irfan Khan is an Indian footballer known for playing as a midfielder for Pailan Arrows in the I-League. |
| Irfan Khan is an Indian first-class cricketer who played for Services and participated in six first-class, ten List A, and twenty-one Twenty20 matches between 2009 and 2016. |
