YAFAI
Yafai
Yafai is a British surname of Arabic origin. It is believed to have been brought to the United Kingdom by individuals of Yemeni descent.
The surname Yafai likely originated from Yemen, specifically the region of Hadhramaut, and was passed down through generations of families who later migrated to the UK. The name may have different spellings or variations, such as Al-Yafai or Al Yaffai.
Individuals bearing the surname Yafai have contributed to various fields and industries in the UK, including business, academia, politics, and the arts. The presence of the Yafai surname in the British population reflects the longstanding cultural exchange between the UK and regions in the Middle East.
The Yafai surname serves as a testament to the multicultural heritage of the United Kingdom, highlighting the diverse backgrounds and histories of its citizens.
There are approximately 309 people named Yafai in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Yafai.
Region of origin: Africa
Country of origin: Somalia
Religion of origin: Muslim
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Abdul
- Abdulla
- Adam
- Ahmed
- Ali
- Amin
- Gmall
- Khaled
- Mohamed
- Mohammed
- Saleh
- Yaf
- Zain
Female
- Asia
- Basma
- Elizabeth
- Gemma
- Genna
- Hannah
- Hilary
- Kay
- Nawal
- Noor
- Saba
- Samira
- Sarah
- Zohra