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SufyanIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

One who is pious and devoted

Pronunciation: soo-fyahn

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Name
Sufyan
Meaning
One who is pious and devoted
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
soo-fyahn
Lucky Number
4
4
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Sufyan mean?

Sufyan is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "One who is pious and devoted". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: soo-fyahn. Lucky number: 4. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

سفیان

سفیان کا مطلب ہے راستہ ہدایت پر چلنے والا

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

سفيان

سفيان تعني الشخص الذي يمشي في طريق الهداية واليقين

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

soo-fyahn

IPA

/ˈsuːfijɑːn/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Sufyan is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is One who is pious and devoted. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

4

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

WhiteYellow

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, self-expression and communication

Personality

Personality Traits

KindJustPeacefulV = VirtuousL = Loyal

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name that represents self-purification and spiritual growth

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Sufyan carries a deep cultural significance in the Islamic world, as it reflects a person who embodies the virtues of piety, perseverance, and deep commitment to their faith. Sufyan is also a name of various prominent scholars, poets, and Sufi masters in Islamic history, adding to its prestige and importance within Islamic culture.
The spiritual significance of the name Sufyan is rooted in its connection to the Sufi tradition, which is a mystical and inner dimension of Islam. Sufyan represents the pursuit of spiritual realization and inner transformation through devotion, self-discipline, and love for God. It is a reminder of the importance of cultivating a deep and authentic relationship with the divine and striving for moral excellence in every aspect of life. The name Sufyan serves as an inspiration for those seeking to deepen their spiritual practice and live a righteous and God-conscious life.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Sufyan al-Thawri (715-770 CE) was a prominent scholar and teacher in the early Islamic period. The name Sufyan carried significant weight in that era.

7th-8th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Sufyan Saheed

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Sufyan

Sufyan means one who walks on the path of guidance and conviction

🇵🇰Urdu

سفیان

سفیان کا مطلب ہے راستہ ہدایت پر چلنے والا

🇸🇦Arabic

سفيان

سفيان تعني الشخص الذي يمشي في طريق الهداية واليقين

🇮🇳Hindi

सुफियान

सुफियान का अर्थ है सच्चाई के रास्ते पर चलने वाला

🇦🇫Pashto

سفيان

سفيان د هدایت لارې پر چلونکی معنی لري

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