Ahnaf

Ahnaf Origin and Meaning

The name Ahnaf is a boy's name.

Ahnaf is a masculine name of Arabic origin derived from the word 'hanif,' meaning 'one who believes in the true faith' or 'one who is upright and righteous.' In Islamic tradition, the term 'hanif' refers to those who maintained pure monotheistic beliefs even before the advent of Islam. The name gained particular significance as Abu Hanifa, founder of the Hanafi school of Islamic jurisprudence, was sometimes called Ahnaf. While traditionally used in Muslim communities across the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia, the name has become increasingly international as Muslim diaspora communities maintain their naming traditions. Ahnaf combines religious significance with a distinctive sound that works well across different languages.