Caliph

Caliph Meaning & Origin

About Caliph
The name "Caliph" is derived from the Arabic word "khalifa," meaning "successor" or "representative." In Islamic history, a Caliph is the political and religious leader of the Muslim community, considered to be the successor of Prophet Muhammad. The Caliph is responsible for upholding and implementing Islamic law, guiding the community, and ensuring the unity of the Muslim ummah (community). The position of Caliphate has evolved throughout history, with various dynasties and empires holding the title, each with their own interpretations and practices.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Caliph are male.

Caliph Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 20% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
KLF
🗽 NYSIIS
CA
🔊 Soundex
C04010
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
K AE1 L AH0 F
🌐 IPA
/ˈkæləf/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('KLF', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
C410

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Caliph in Braille

Here's how to represent Caliph in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Caliph in braille

How to Spell the Name Caliph in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Caliph using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Caliph in sign language

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