About the Name Sharif – Islamic Meaning & Origin
Sharif is a Muslim boy name of arabic origin, meaning "Noble, honorable, highborn". This name is widely chosen by Muslim parents in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and across the Arab world.
The name Sharif starts with the letter "S" and carries a beautiful Islamic meaning reflecting the values of faith, virtue, and righteousness central to Muslim culture.
"On the Day of Resurrection, you will be called by your names and the names of your fathers, so have good names."
— Abu DawudSharif Name Meaning in English, Urdu & Arabic
Explore the available spelling and meaning of this name in English, Urdu, and Arabic.
Sharif Meaning in English
EnglishSharif
Sharif (also spelled Sherif, Cherif) is an Arabic name meaning 'noble', 'highborn', 'honorable', or 'eminent'. It is derived from the Arabic word 'sharīf', originally a title designating a person descended from the family of the Islamic prophet Muhammad through his daughter Fatimah and son-in-law Ali. More broadly, the title was historically applied to anyone of noble ancestry or political preeminence in Islamic countries. The name carries the beautiful meaning of nobility, honor, and distinguished lineage.
Sharif Meaning in Urdu
اردوشریف
شریف عربی نام ہے جس کا مطلب ہے 'معزز' یا 'شریف'۔ یہ لفظ 'شریف' سے ماخوذ ہے، جو نبی کریم کی نسل سے تعلق رکھنے والوں کے لیے ایک اعزازی خطاب ہے۔ یہ نام شرافت، عزت اور ممتاز نسب کا خوبصورت مفہوم رکھتا ہے۔
Sharif Meaning in Arabic
العربيةشَرِيف
شريف اسم عربي يعني 'الشريف' و 'النبيل' و 'رفيع النسب'. الاسم مشتق من الكلمة العربية 'شريف'، وهو لقب يطلق على الشخص المنحدر من عائلة النبي محمد. يحمل الاسم معنى النبل والشرف والنسب المتميز.
Famous Personalities Named Sharif
Sherif Ismail
Politics
Egyptian engineer who served as Prime Minister of Egypt between 2015 and 2018.
Nour El-Sherif
Acting
Egyptian actor (1946-2015), one of the most prominent actors in Egyptian cinema.
Islamic Ruling for Sharif
✓ permissibleSharif is a permissible name with beautiful meanings of nobility and honor, and is a title of respect for descendants of the Prophet.
Scholar Consensus: agreed
Sharif Name Compatibility
Frequently Asked Questions About Sharif
What is the meaning of the name Sharif?
Sharif (شَرِيف) is a Muslim boy name that means "Noble, honorable, highborn". Sharif (also spelled Sherif, Cherif) is an Arabic name meaning 'noble', 'highborn', 'honorable', or 'eminent'. It is derived from the Arabic word 'sharīf', originally a title designating a person descended from the family of the Islamic prophet Muhammad through his daughter Fatimah and son-in-law Ali. More broadly, the title was historically applied to anyone of noble ancestry or political preeminence in Islamic countries. The name carries the beautiful meaning of nobility, honor, and distinguished lineage.
What is the meaning of Sharif in Urdu?
The recorded Urdu spelling of Sharif is "شریف". The listed meaning is "Noble, honorable, highborn".
What is the meaning of Sharif in Arabic?
The recorded Arabic spelling of Sharif is "شَرِيف". The listed meaning is "Noble, honorable, highborn".
Is Sharif a good Islamic name?
Sharif is listed as "permissible" in the available ruling information. Sharif is a permissible name with beautiful meanings of nobility and honor, and is a title of respect for descendants of the Prophet.
Is Sharif a boy name or a girl name?
Sharif is classified as a boy's name in the available information.
Is Sharif mentioned in the Quran?
No Quranic reference is currently recorded for Sharif in our database. This does not establish whether the name or a related word appears in the Quran.