| Meaning | slender, slim |
| Origin | Arabic, Turkish |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | E-lif |
Elif is a beautiful and culturally rich name for baby girls that holds both Turkish and Arabic origins. Derived from the Arabic alphabet's first letter, Elif carries the symbolism of beginnings, knowledge, and learning. This unique and charming name has gained popularity in various countries, thanks to its melodic sound and the influence of Turkish culture.
Choosing the name Elif for your baby girl bestows her with a sense of curiosity, intelligence, and a thirst for knowledge. Its simple yet elegant nature makes it a versatile choice that complements different surnames and cultural backgrounds.
Parents embracing Elif as their daughter's name are honoring a heritage that values education and wisdom. Furthermore, with its cross-cultural appeal, Elif serves as a bridge between various communities, promoting unity and understanding.
As she grows, your little Elif will embody the spirit of exploration, determination, and open-mindedness, setting her on a path to embrace the wonders of life and the power of education.
| Alif |
| Aleph |
| Alef |
| Eli |
| Lif |
| Ellie |
| Lifi |
| Elif Shafak | Turkish-British author and women's rights activist |
| Elif Aksu | Turkish actress |
| Elif Güvendik | Turkish opera singer |
| Elif Jale Yesilirmak | Turkish contemporary artist |
| Elif Karaman | Turkish Olympic archer |
| Elif Khan | Indian dancer and choreographer |
| Elif Kaya | Turkish pop singer |
| Elif Ağca | Turkish female footballer |
| Elif Dedim | Turkish folk singer |
| Elif Durdu | Turkish contemporary artist |
| Elif Karadag | Character in the Turkish TV series "Elif" |
| Elif Denizer | Character in the Turkish TV series "Bir Zamanlar Cukurova" |
| Elif Su | Character in the Turkish TV series "Ask Laftan Anlamaz" |
| Elif Aksoy | Character in the Turkish TV series "Kara Sevda" |
| Elif Kaya | Character in the Turkish novel "Aşk-ı Memnu" - Forbidden Love |
| Elif Yilmaz | Character in the Turkish TV series "Aşk ve Mavi" |
| Elif Saltuk | Character in the Turkish TV series "Yasak Elma" |
| Elif Aydin | Character in the Turkish TV series "Muhteşem Yüzyıl" |
| Elif Uzun | Character in the Turkish TV series "Medcezir" |
| Elif Karaman | Character in the Turkish TV series "Yeni Hayat" |