Sadaf

Sadaf is a female first name that appears in both Arabic (صَدَف) and Persian (صدف) and is literally translated as 'the pearl shell'. This name is very popular in the Persian region and is often chosen for girls.

What does the name Sadaf mean?

The name Sadaf, which comes from Arabic (صَدَف) and Persian (صدف), means 'the pearl shell'. It is especially popular in countries like Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. Among the notable bearers of the name are the Iranian actress Sadaf Asgari and the boxer Sadaf Khadem. The Turkish variant of the name is Sedef.

Where does the name Sadaf come from?

Sadaf is an Arabic first name meaning 'the pearl shell'. The Arabic term ṣadaf (صَدَف) refers to a pearl shell. The name is widespread in various languages, including Afghan, Arabic, Iranian, and Persian.

How do you pronounce Sadaf?

The pronunciation of Sadaf is two syllables and has a distinctive sound. The name is typically pronounced as 'Sa-daf' [saˈdaf], starting with an open 'Sa' that radiates warmth. The strong ending '-daf' with the clearly emphasized 'f' gives the name emphasis. Sadaf is independent, appears calm and structured – gentle at the beginning, concise at the end.

Popularity

In Germany, Sadaf is among the popular first names. The name currently ranks 1,740th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2010 at 1,015th. In the last ten years, Sadaf has been given as a first name about 170 times, placing it 1,774th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 2,002nd.

Nicknames & pet names

Sad / Sadada / Sadadie / Sadafi / Saddl / Sadi / Sadie / Sado / Schwadaf

Famous people

• Sadaf Cohen Muncy (American film producer)
• Sadaf Foroughi (Iranian film director)
• Sadaf Hussain (Pakistani cricketer)
• Sadaf Malaterre (designer from France)
• Sadaf Rahimi (Afghan boxer)