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Atef

ˈʕaː.tˤif
Overview

Gender

masculine

Origin

Writing Systems

عاطفArabic

Meaning & Etymology

Atef is an alternate transcription of the Arabic name عاطف (Atif), which conveys meanings related to kindness, affection, and compassion. In ancient Egyptian culture, Atef refers to the specific feathered white crown worn by the deity Osiris, symbolizing his role as the ruler of the underworld. The crown combines the Hedjet, the white crown of Upper Egypt, with ostrich feathers representing truth and justice. This dual cultural significance highlights the name's rich historical and linguistic he...

Etymology

Original Form:

عاطف (Atif)

Evolution:

The name Atef evolved as an alternate transcription of the Arabic name Atif, maintaining its core meaning of kindness and compassion. In ancient Egyptian, Atef (𓄿𓏏𓆑𓋚) refers to the feathered crown...

Source:

Arabic and Ancient Egyptian languages

Related Names

ʿaṭafa

Root

Atifa

Feminine Form

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