Name meaning
Nafas
Girl's nameƏrəb mənşəli
Carries the meaning of breathing, the sign of life.
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Name meaning and origin
Nafas derives from the root meaning breath (panting, air) in the Arabic language and denotes the simplest sign of life; the act of breathing. The word reached Azerbaijani through both Arabic and Persian literary tradition, and in a figurative sense it is also used as a mark of vitality and life.
Although in Turkey the name is given to both girl and boy children, in Azerbaijan it is mainly known as a girl name, and parents choose it wishing their child joy of life and freshness. According to the 2025 birth registration ranking, Nafas ranks 54th among the most chosen girl names in the country.
Name details
- Gender
- Girl's name
- Origin
- Ərəb mənşəli
- Letter count
- 5
- Appears in the Quran
- No
- Variants
- Nefes
- Pronunciation
- næ.ˈfæs
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name Nafas?
Nafas means breath, breathing; the mark of life.Is the name Nafas mentioned in the Quran?
No, the word nəfəs does not appear in this form in the Quran.Is Nafas a boy or a girl name?
Although Nafas is used as both a girl and a boy name, in Azerbaijan it is mainly given as a girl name.