Find out how popular the first name Israfil has been for the last 7 years (from 2017 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Israfil by gender

Based on the last 7 years of data, Israfil is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Israfil.

The history of the first name Israfil

The given name Israfil has its origins in Arabic and Islamic tradition. It is derived from the Arabic word "Israfil", which translates to "the burning one" or "the one who sets things on fire". This name is associated with the archangel Israfil, who is believed to be one of the four archangels in Islamic angelology.

According to Islamic belief, Israfil will be responsible for blowing the trumpet on the Day of Resurrection, signaling the end of the world and the beginning of the final judgment. The name is mentioned in the Quran, the central religious text of Islam, as well as in various hadith (sayings and traditions attributed to the Prophet Muhammad).

The earliest recorded use of the name Israfil can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the early years of Islam. However, it is believed that the name and the concept of the archangel Israfil existed in pre-Islamic Arabian traditions and may have been influenced by similar concepts in other Abrahamic religions.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Israfil, such as:

1. Israfil al-Baghdadi (1226-1285 CE), an influential Islamic scholar and philosopher from Baghdad, known for his works on logic and metaphysics.

2. Israfil Khoja (1510-1598 CE), a renowned Sufi mystic and poet from Central Asia, who wrote extensively on spiritual themes.

3. Israfil Pasha (1805-1889 CE), an Ottoman statesman and diplomat who served as the Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire in the mid-19th century.

4. Israfil Shakuri (1871-1949 CE), a prominent Azerbaijani poet and playwright who made significant contributions to the development of modern Azerbaijani literature.

5. Israfil Ashurly (1908-1975 CE), an influential Azerbaijani writer and literary critic, known for his works on Azerbaijani folklore and cultural heritage.

While the name Israfil is primarily associated with Islamic tradition, it has also gained popularity among various ethnic and cultural groups across the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia, where Islamic influence has been significant. The name continues to be used today, carrying with it the rich cultural and religious symbolism of its origins.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Israfil was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

If you have a correction or suggestion to improve the history of Israfil, please contact us.

Reference this page

We spend a lot of resources downloading, cleaning, merging, and formatting the data that is shown on the site.

If you found the data or information on this page useful in your research, please use the tool below to properly cite or reference Name Census as the source. We appreciate your support!