Boy name
Huzeyfe name meaning
“a small piece; something small or short”
Huzeyfe means “a small piece” or “something small or short.” It comes from Arabic Ḥuḏayfa, a diminutive associated with a root meaning to cut or remove a part. Used for boys in Türkiye, the name has a historical association with Hudhayfa ibn al-Yaman, a figure in early Islamic history.
- Gender
- ♂ Boy
- Origin
- Arabic
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity
- In TÜİK lists
What does Huzeyfe mean?
A small piece; something small or short
In Turkish: küçük parça; küçük, kısa şey
The name's clearest historical association is the Companion Hudhayfa ibn al-Yaman. Islamic historical accounts particularly remember him for his role as a keeper of confidential information. In Turkish name usage, this association is more prominent than the literal diminutive meaning; Hüzeyfe is another spelling.
How popular is Huzeyfe?
Official figures: TÜİK newborn name lists (2018–2025, the top 30 for Türkiye and each of the 81 provinces every year) and the most common names in the population.
- Province lists
- 12provinces
Where is Huzeyfe in the top 30?
12 provinces · the latest year each province listed it
Source: TurkStat (TÜİK), Address-Based Population Registration System. The lists cover the top 30 names per year, sex and province; no official counts are published for less common names. All statistics →
Origin of the name Huzeyfe
Huzeyfe comes from Arabic Ḥuḏayfa. It is a diminutive formation associated with the root ḥ-ḏ-f, concerning cutting off or removing a portion, although detailed interpretations of the name vary.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic |
| In Islamic history | Names of the Companions |
| Is Huzeyfe in the Quran? | No |
| Starts with | H · Hu |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is common says nothing certain about any one person’s background, faith or origin.
Double names with Huzeyfe
Double-name ideas built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each name.
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Huzeyfe Ziya
Meaning of each name
- Huzeyfe: a small piece; something small or short
- Ziya: light; bright radiance
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Mürteza Huzeyfe
Meaning of each name
- Mürteza: approved, chosen; one who is accepted
- Huzeyfe: a small piece; something small or short
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Huzeyfe Vasıf
Meaning of each name
- Huzeyfe: a small piece; something small or short
- Vasıf: quality, attribute; a distinguishing feature
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Akif Huzeyfe
Meaning of each name
- Akif: steadfastly devoted; secluded in worship
- Huzeyfe: a small piece; something small or short
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Huzeyfe Mikdat
Meaning of each name
- Huzeyfe: a small piece; something small or short
- Mikdat: one who cuts; suited for cutting
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Batın Huzeyfe
Meaning of each name
- Batın: inward, hidden and unseen
- Huzeyfe: a small piece; something small or short
How to pronounce Huzeyfe
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /huzejfe/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | حذيفه |
| Arabic | حذيفة |
Is Huzeyfe a boy’s name?
Yes, Huzeyfe is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Huzeyfe appears in TÜİK’s most-used name lists. See the statistics section above (Source: TurkStat, ADNKS).
Spellings and similar names
Spellings covered by this page: Hüzeyfe
Famous people named Huzeyfe
- Hüzeyfe Doğan · b. 1981
- Huzeyfe Çetin
- Huzeyfe Demirtaş
- Huzeyfe Yılmaz
FAQ about the name Huzeyfe
What is the meaning of Huzeyfe?
Huzeyfe means “a small piece; something small or short”. Huzeyfe comes from Arabic Ḥuḏayfa. It is a diminutive formation associated with the root ḥ-ḏ-f, concerning cutting off or removing a portion, although detailed interpretations of the name vary.
Is Huzeyfe a boy’s name?
Yes, Huzeyfe is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Huzeyfe in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Huzeyfe nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Huzeyfe?
Huzeyfe is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Huzeyfe have?
Huzeyfe has 3 syllables and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Huzeyfe?
Huzeyfe appears in TÜİK’s most-used name lists. See the statistics section above (Source: TurkStat, ADNKS).
What are other spellings of Huzeyfe?
Other spellings: Hüzeyfe.
What names go well with Huzeyfe?
Some ideas: Huzeyfe Ziya; Mürteza Huzeyfe; Huzeyfe Vasıf.
Famous people named Huzeyfe?
Notable people named Huzeyfe include Hüzeyfe Doğan, Huzeyfe Çetin, Huzeyfe Demirtaş.
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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