Sayfollah

Sayfollah is a masculine given name of Arabic origin that is commonly used in Iran and other Muslim-majority regions. It is formed from two elements: sayf (sword) and Allah (God), and is typically understood to mean “Sword of God.”

The name has several transliterations and spellings, reflecting different languages and scripts. Common forms include Seyfollah, Seifollah, Safollah, Saifullah, and Saif-Allah. In Persian-speaking contexts, Seyfollah and Safollah are frequently seen, while Arabic-speaking communities may render it as Sayfullah.

Geographic and cultural usage: Sayfollah is especially associated with Iran, but it also appears in Afghanistan, Central Asia, and among various Arab and Turkic-speaking communities. As with many compound Islamic names, it carries both religious and martial connotations, combining reverence to God with a symbol of strength.

Usage notes: In modern contexts, the spelling of Sayfollah may vary due to transliteration differences. The name can be encountered in historical texts as well as in contemporary naming practices, and people bearing the name may use different shortened forms or adapted spellings in everyday life.

See also: Saifullah, Sayflagah (variants that share the same root elements).