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GafilahIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Delicate, Precious

Pronunciation: /ɡɑːfɪlɑː/

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Name
Gafilah
Meaning
Delicate, Precious
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/ɡɑːfɪlɑː/
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Gafilah mean?

Gafilah is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Delicate". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /ɡɑːfɪlɑː/. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

غافِلہ

غافَل اور نسیان، غافِل اور نسیان کرنے والی

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

غافِلَة

الغافلة هي المرأة التي تنسى أو تغفله

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/ɡɑːfɪlɑː/

IPA

/ɡɑːfiˈlɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Gafilah is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Delicate. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

PurpleLilacPink

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: Versatile, resourceful, and adaptable

Personality

Personality Traits

KindGraciousTenderV

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

None

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The cultural impact of the name Gafilah extends to its elegant and graceful nature. It is a beautiful and precious name that reflects the cultural values of sensitivity and refinement. In Islamic tradition, Every name has its meaning and significance that is deeply rooted in the Arabic language. Whenever the name Gafilah is heard, the image of something delicate, precious, and valuable comes to mind. This name is commonly given to babies who are born to families that place a high value on love, care, and attention.
Spiritually, the name Gafilah can be interpreted as a reminder to be precious and valuable in the eyes of Allah. It is a name that emphasizes the importance of being kind and compassionate towards oneself and others. The spiritual significance of this name is to nurture and care for oneself and others, just as a precious and delicate flower is carefully tended to and protected. This name inspires us to be mindful of our actions and words, as we are precious and valuable creations of Allah, and our words and actions have a ripple effect on those around us and on the world.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Quranic verse mentioning Gafilah The name Gafilah carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Gafilah

A female who is forgetful or neglectful, typically a woman who is forgetful or neglectful of her duties or responsibilities.

🇵🇰Urdu

غافِلہ

غافَل اور نسیان، غافِل اور نسیان کرنے والی

🇸🇦Arabic

غافِلَة

الغافلة هي المرأة التي تنسى أو تغفله

🇮🇳Hindi

ग़ाफ़िलाह

ग़ाफ़िलाह एक ऐसी महिला है जो अपने कार्यों में मन को लेने को भूल जाती है और अपने कर्तव्यों को पूरा करने में असफल होती है।

🇦🇫Pashto

غافِلہ

غافِلہ د غافلۍ يا نسيان

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