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Sharifah

sha-REE-fah

Sharifah is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “Sharifah is an Arabic name meaning 'noble' or 'honorable.' It's a title given to women who are descendants of the Prophet Muhammad.”, and peaked in popularity in 1975.

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginArabic

What Sharifah Means

Sharifah is an Arabic name meaning 'noble' or 'honorable.' It's a title given to women who are descendants of the Prophet Muhammad.

The Story of Sharifah

This name carries the weight of lineage, a title bestowed upon those descended from a revered prophet.

Sharifah is a distinguished Arabic name meaning 'noble' or 'honorable.' Historically, it served as a prestigious title granted to women who were direct descendants of the Prophet Muhammad. Its use dates back to the early Islamic periods, signifying high social standing and deep respect.

When you consider Sharifah, you feel a profound sense of respect for the qualities you hope your child will embody. This is a name for a daughter who will naturally possess dignity and kindness, someone who treats everyone with generous consideration. You imagine her radiating an inner nobility.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

dignifiedrespectfulkindgenerous

Peak Year

#16 in 1975

Total Births

145

First Recorded

1972

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