Tufail

Tufail is a masculine given name of Arabic origin that is widely used in South Asia and the Arab world. It is found among Urdu-, Punjabi-, Persian-, and Arabic-speaking communities, as well as in diaspora populations across Europe, North America, and the Gulf. Variants in spelling include Tufayl, Tufail, Tofail, and Toofail, reflecting transliteration from Arabic and local pronunciation.

Origin and meaning of the name are not uniform across sources. In many contexts, Tufail is treated as a traditional given name without a single agreed-upon meaning, and it is commonly associated with positive or virtuous connotations in cultural usage. The name can also appear as a surname in some families, particularly in South Asia, where it is common for given names to be adopted as family names over generations.

Usage and cultural context: Tufail is typically given to boys at birth and is encountered across Muslim-majority regions and communities. Its use spans diverse professions and social strata, and it appears in literary works, media, and everyday naming practices, reflecting broader patterns of personal naming in the cultures where it is found.

Notable individuals bearing the name exist in various cultures and fields, but this article does not enumerate specific people. For detailed biographical references, consult region-specific name registries or biographical databases.