Shafiq
Meaning of Shafiq
Shafiq is a male name with Arabic origins. It is pronounced as shah-FEEK (/ʃɑːˈfiːk/). Shafiq is often considered as a variant of the name Shafik. Although not very common in the United States, Shafiq has been given to newborns on multiple occasions over the years. In 2013, it was given to 7 newborn boys, ranking at 9649th place. In previous years, Shafiq has also appeared in the data for baby names, showing that it has been chosen by parents looking for a unique and culturally rich name for their child.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as shah-FEEK (/ʃɑːˈfiːk/)
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Notable People Named Shafiq
| Shafiq al-Hout was a prominent Palestinian politician, writer, and founding member of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO). |
| Shafiq Rasul is a British citizen who was held at Guantanamo Bay by the United States and treated as an unlawful combatant. |
| Shafiq Kuchi Kagimu is a Ugandan professional footballer known for his role as a midfielder for FK Rabotnički and the Uganda national team. |
| Shafiq Chitou is a Beninese boxer who competed in the 2012 Summer Olympics and currently works as a house painter. |
