Affan
عفّان
From Arabic عفّان: "chaste, modest" or "pure", derived from a root meaning "to refrain from wrongdoing".
Meaning and origin
Affan is rooted in qualities of moral virtue and restraint valued in Islamic culture.
How to pronounce Affan
| Arabic | af-FAHN /ʕafˤˈfaːn/ |
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