Last name: Aseef Recorded in several spellings including Aasaf,
Asaaf, Assaf,and Asif, this is an early Muslim name, possibly
from a time of at least three thousand years ago. It is probably
of Persian origins. Originally it was a given name but now can
be either a surname or a first name. It is a descriptive form of
endearment, and the meaning is 'pure or genuine'. It is said
that traditions of Muslim names and and name giving are a gift
from Allah, who demanded that they be pleasant and reflect the
glories of life and nature. Historically Muslim names have
upheld the ancient hereditary tradition of adding the fathers
name or sometimes the grandfathers, to that of the child. This
tradition though like many others, is under threat by such
influences as taxation, and the telephone. The telephone,
particularly in areas of western influence, demands a 'fixed'
spelling for its directories. This in effect creates a 'locked
in' surname, which is required for administrative purposes, but
is causing some distortion t