alkhafi

Alkhafi, written in Arabic as الخفي, is a term meaning "the Hidden" or "the Concealed." In Islamic theology, al-Khafi is listed as one of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma' al-Husna). The name expresses the divine attribute of being unseen or beyond ordinary human perception, while also implying that nothing about God is hidden from His knowledge.

Etymologically, al-Khafi derives from the Arabic root kh-f-y, which conveys concealment or hiddenness. The form is a passive participle meaning "the Hidden" or "the Concealed," with the definite article al- yielding the specific epithet used for God.

In theological context, al-Khafi is invoked to reflect God’s transcendence and omniscience. It is part of a traditional framework of divine attributes used in devotional practice, such as dhikr and supplication. While many Muslims recognize it as one of the 99 Names, lists of the 99 Names vary by tradition, and not all Muslims emphasize memorization of the full roster.

Onomastics and cultural usage: The name can appear in Arabic-speaking communities as part of compound names or in the form Abd al-Khafi, meaning "servant of the Hidden," following the common pattern of attributive divine names in personal names. As a standalone given name or surname, it is relatively uncommon but attested in contemporary contexts. Variants in transliteration include Al-Khafi or alKhafi.

See also: Asma' al-Husna; Al-Batin; concepts of God in Islam.