kufij

Kufij is a term that may appear in various transliteration schemes and does not correspond to a single, widely recognized concept in English-language sources. It can be encountered as a variant spelling of related terms such as kufi or Kufic, and its exact meaning depends on context. In many cases, kufij arises from nonstandard transliterations of Arabic or other languages that use similar sounds.

In the context of Arabic calligraphy, Kufic (also spelled Kufi or Kufic) is the oldest major form of the Arabic script, emerging in the city of Kufa in present-day Iraq during the 7th century. It is characterized by angular, rectilinear letter shapes and strong verticals. Kufic was commonly used in early Qur’anic manuscripts and in architectural inscriptions; over time it influenced later scripts and calligraphic styles.

Other uses of the term kufij are limited and not well-documented in major reference works. It may appear as a surname or as a place name in some languages when transliterated into Latin letters, but there is no widely cited notable person, location, or event specifically associated with the spelling kufij.

Etymology and transliteration: kufij likely reflects nonstandard transliteration practices; standard forms include kufi, Kufic, and Kufi.