Baby Names Boy Names Meaning of the Name Arif Updated January 19, 2026 by Jennifer M. Arif Gender: Male Origin: Arabic Meaning: Knowledgeable, Educated ♥ Add to my Namelist What is the meaning of the name Arif? The name Arif is primarily a male name of Arabic origin that means Knowledgeable, Educated. People who like the name Arif also like: Zain, Caleb, Aaron, Aden, Aiden, Arne, Adam, Adara, Rose, Safa, Sheba, Lily, Athalia, Sara Names like Arif: Arifah, Arav, Aarav, Arabia, Arva, Arafa Stats for the Name Arif Arif is currently not in the top 100 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts Arif is currently not ranked in U.S. births