Sherif

Sherif is a variant of the Arabic name Sharif and carries the meaning 'the noble' or 'the esteemed'. The word comes from the Arabic šarīf (شَرِيف), which means 'noble, distinguished, esteemed'. The name Sherif is primarily found in Arab and Muslim culture and is also used as a surname, especially in Egypt.

What does the name Sherif mean?

Sherif is a variant of the Arabic name Sharif and has the same meaning, namely 'the noble' or 'the esteemed'. Its origin lies in the Arabic šarīf (شَرِيف), which means 'noble, distinguished, esteemed'. In the Arab and Muslim world, the first name Sherif is relatively common. There are also other variants such as Cherif (African) and Şerif (Turkish). Feminine forms include Sherifah and Sherife.

Where does the name Sherif come from?

The name Sherif has Arabic roots and means 'the noble' or 'the esteemed'. The Arabic

How do you pronounce Sherif?

The pronunciation of Sherif is two syllables and has a distinctive initial structure. It is generally pronounced as 'She-rif' [ʃeˈʁiːf], with the name starting with a sh-sound that gives it a pleasant softness. The long I in the second syllable adds brightness, while the hard F at the end provides a clear conclusion. Sherif thus appears dignified and modern - present, sonorous, and characterful.

Popularity

In Germany, Sherif is a sought-after first name. Currently, it ranks 2,655th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2010, reaching 1,169th. In the last ten years, the name Sherif has been given around 50 times as a first name, placing it 3,276th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,980th.

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Famous people

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