Elif
Elif is a girls' name of Turkish origin meaning “first letter of the Arabic alphabet, slender.”
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how do you pronounce Elif?
EH-lif
where does the name Elif come from?
From alif, the first letter of the Arabic and Ottoman Turkish alphabet, related to the Greek alpha. After the letter's slender upright shape, the name is taken to mean slender or upright.
Elif is the Turkish form of the Arabic letter 'alif,' the first letter of the alphabet, symbolizing a new beginning and slender beauty. It has been the most popular girl's name in Turkey for many years. In Sufi tradition, the alif represents unity and the divine.
the history of Elif
Elif is most often given to girls in Turkey and is also used in the Netherlands.
who are famous people named Elif?
- Elif Shafak (Turkish-British novelist)
- Elif Batuman (Turkish-American author)
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what names go well with Elif?
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quick answers about Elif
What does the name Elif mean?
Elif means “first letter of the Arabic alphabet, slender”.
What is the origin of the name Elif?
Elif comes from the Turkish naming tradition.
How popular is the name Elif?
Elif has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Elif a boy or girl name?
Elif is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Elif?
Elif is pronounced EH-lif, with 2 syllables.
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