Indian name meaning

Ashfaq

♂ Boy

Ash·faq · 2 syllables

Compassion; kindness; sympathy

Origin
Arabic
Most used by
Muslim families
Commonly used in
Muslim families across India
Also spelled
Ashfaque
How common is this name?Rare

Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.

1
Name number 1 · The Leader

Independent, original and driven — a natural starter who likes to lead rather than follow.

The letters of Ashfaq add up to 19, which reduces to 1.

About the name Ashfaq

Ashfaq is a boy's name of Arabic origin, most commonly given in Muslim families and popular in Muslim families across India. It carries the meaning “Compassion; kindness; sympathy.”

In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Ashfaq has the name number 1, “The Leader.” It is also spelled Ashfaque.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ashfaq mean?

Ashfaq means “Compassion; kindness; sympathy.” It is a boy's name of Arabic origin.

Is Ashfaq a boy or a girl name?

Ashfaq is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.

What is the origin and religion of the name Ashfaq?

Ashfaq is of Arabic origin and is most commonly used in Muslim families in India.

What is the numerology number of the name Ashfaq?

In the Chaldean system, Ashfaq has the name number 1, “The Leader.”

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