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Afaf

Girl name · Arabic

Meaningchastity, virtue · Arabic

Afaf is an Arabic girl name meaning “chastity, virtue”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • GenerationAfaf peaked in 1985, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Afaf you'd meet today is about 40 years old.
  • HistoryAfaf first shows up in US birth records in 1985, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 40 years since.
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US births per million girls, 1985–2025

02.55198520002021
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Afaf

Afaf is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “chastity, virtue”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Arabic names

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Questions about the name Afaf

What does the name Afaf mean?

Afaf means “chastity, virtue” and comes from Arabic. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Iffat (“chastity, virtue”).

What is the origin of the name Afaf?

Afaf is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Eleanor (“possibly light”), Layla (“night”), Lyla (“night”) and Aaliyah (“exalted”).

Is Afaf a boy or girl name?

Afaf is a girl name.

How popular is the name Afaf?

Afaf is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2021. It peaked at #10,677 in 1985, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What names are similar to Afaf?

If you like Afaf, you might also like Iffat.

What should I know before naming my baby Afaf?

Afaf is an Arabic girl name meaning “chastity, virtue”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.