Irfan
Irfan is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Knowledge, wisdom, learning, or gratitude.
Origin and history
Irfan is a traditional Arabic male name that translates to knowledge, wisdom, or gratitude. It is widely used across the Muslim world, including South Asia, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. In the United States, it remains a rare but steadily used name.
Popularity in the United States
696 babies in the United States have been named Irfan since 1880. It ranks #3980 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1801.
States where it is most popular
- NY (89 %)
- CA (5.5 %)
- VA (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 52 |
| 1980-1990 | 104 |
| 1990-2000 | 110 |
| 2000-2010 | 127 |
| 2010-2019 | 172 |
| 2020-2029 | 126 |
Famous people named Irfan
- Irfan Khan: Actor
- Irfan Pathan: Cricketer, Commentator
Fun facts
- In Sufism, Irfan (Irfan/Irfanism) refers to gnosis or direct intuitive knowledge of spiritual truth.
- The name is popular across diverse regions including India, Pakistan, Indonesia, and Turkey.