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Pronunciation: /ˈɑː.liːm/
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Aalif is a unisex name from Arabic origin meaning "Letter A". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /ˈɑː.liːm/. Lucky number: 1. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
Translation
آلیف
Source Language
Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.
أَلِف
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
/ˈɑː.liːm/
IPA
/ˈɑː.liːm/
Origin
Root Origin
Arabic
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
1
Lucky Day
Sunday
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
Carnelian
Life Path Number
1
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture
Historical Usage
Historical records show that Ibn Manzur, Lisan al-'Arab. Vol. 1, p. 325. The name Aalif carried significant weight in that era.
Middle Ages (13th century)
Historical records show that Al-Qalqashandi, Subh al-A'sha. Vol. 1, p. 394. The name Aalif carried significant weight in that era.
Late Middle Ages (15th century)
Famous People
Historical Figures & Cultural References
Translations
Additional language translations available for this name.
Aalif
آلیف
أَلِف
आलिफ़
آلیف
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