Elif is a name of Turkish and Arabic origin, meaning "first letter in the alphabet; slender. " It is the Turkish form of Alif, the name of the first letter of the Arabic alphabet. The name has been popular in Turkey since the early 1990s and is also well-loved in other European nations such as Belgium, and the Netherlands. Elif can also mean "slender, " derived from the Turkish phrase *Elif gibi*, literally "shaped like Elif. " This name embodies elegance and grace, making it a cherished choice for families around the world.
