Sharif
The origin of the surname Sharif
Sharif (Sharīf) means “noble” or “honourable,” and can denote descent from the Prophet.
What kind of surname is Sharif?
Sharif is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the Arabic naming tradition — you can read how Arabic surnames were formed on our Arabic last names page.
Variants & spellings of Sharif
You may also see this surname written as:
- Shareef
Other Arabic surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Sharif mean?
The surname Sharif means Noble, honourable. Sharif (Sharīf) means “noble” or “honourable,” and can denote descent from the Prophet.
Where does the surname Sharif come from?
Sharif is a surname of Arabic origin.
What kind of surname is Sharif?
Sharif is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other spellings of Sharif?
Variant spellings of Sharif include Shareef.
What are other Arabic surnames?
Other Arabic surnames include Amin, Aziz, Baghdadi, Haddad, Hakim, Halabi.