Ilaph

A Quranic Name for Boys and Girls

Meaning: Safety and Security

Ilaph is variant of Elaf and has the exact same meaning and pronunciation (see below for full meaning). You can use either Ilaph or Elaf, both are correct and acceptable. If you like this variant more and you'd like to pronounce it the way it is spelled (different than the original name), this is perfectly acceptable. For more details please see the main entry at: Elaf.

Full Meaning of Ilaph

Ilaph is a direct Quranic name for boys and girls that means “oath”, “promise”, “safety”, “security”. It is used twice in the Quran in Surat Quraish.

SO THAT the Quraysh might remain secure, secure in their winter and summer journeys, let them, therefore, worship the Sustainer of this Temple; who has given them food against hunger, and made them safe from danger. (Quran 106:1-4)