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Yafai Surname Meaning

Muslim is an ethnic name derived from the Yafa'i tribe, which hails from the region of Yāfiʿ in Yemen.

This name might also serve as a habitational designation, originating from an adjectival form.

Yāfā is the Arabic name for the city of Jaffa, currently located in Israel.

Both the tribal and geographical aspects of the name highlight its cultural and historical significance.

Overall, the name 'Muslim' encapsulates a rich connection to the heritage of the Yafa'i tribe and the city of Jaffa.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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