Boy name
Hafs name meaning
“lion cub; young lion”
Hafs means “lion cub” or “young lion.” It comes from the Arabic word ḥafṣ and is used as a boy’s name in Türkiye. The related name Hafsa belongs to the same word family, while its literal meaning evokes a young lion playing or standing beside an adult.
What does Hafs mean?
Lion cub; young lion
In Turkish: aslan yavrusu; genç aslan
Hafs is an old Arabic masculine name based on animal imagery. Its best-known historical association is Hafs ibn Sulayman, whose transmission is prominent in Quran recitation. That connection does not make the name itself a Quranic word; its relationship with Hafsa rests on their shared root and meaning.
Origin of the name Hafs
Hafs is a masculine name from Arabic ḥafṣ, “lion cub.” Hafsa is a related feminine name from the same word family.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is common says nothing certain about any one person’s background, faith or origin.
How to pronounce Hafs
| Syllables | 1 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /hafs/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | حفص |
Is Hafs a boy’s name?
Yes, Hafs is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Hafs does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
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FAQ about the name Hafs
What is the meaning of Hafs?
Hafs means “lion cub; young lion”. Hafs is a masculine name from Arabic ḥafṣ, “lion cub.” Hafsa is a related feminine name from the same word family.
Is Hafs a boy’s name?
Yes, Hafs is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Hafs in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Hafs nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Hafs?
Hafs is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Hafs have?
Hafs has 1 syllable and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Hafs?
Hafs does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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