Elif
أليفThe Turkish form of the first Arabic letter, alif
Girl namesMeaning of Elif
The Turkish form of the first Arabic letter, alif
About the name Elif
Elif is recorded here as a international name with the concise meaning “The Turkish form of the first Arabic letter, alif.”
At a glance
- Usage
- Girl names
- Origin
- International
- First Arabic letter
- ا
- Arabic letters
- 4
- Pronunciation guide
- Elif
How to write and say Elif
- In Arabic
- أليف
- In Latin letters
- Elif
This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.
Why consider the name Elif?
- Elif is recorded here as a international name with the concise meaning “The Turkish form of the first Arabic letter, alif.”
- Say it with the family name and choose one official spelling before registration.
Sources & further reading
Wiktionary · أليف ↗Questions about Elif
What does Elif mean?
The Turkish form of the first Arabic letter, alif
How do you write Elif in Arabic and Latin letters?
The forms shown here are أليف in Arabic and Elif in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.
Are there other spellings of Elif?
We have not recorded a verified alternative spelling yet. Transliteration can still vary between languages.
How is Elif pronounced?
Our approximate guide is Elif. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.
What does Elif mean?
The Turkish form of the first Arabic letter, alif This is a concise linguistic summary; references may use nearby wording or add context.
How can Elif be written in Latin letters?
The form shown here is Elif. Choose the spelling that fits official records.