El-Mofty

El-Mofty is an Arabic surname representing an alternate transcription of المفتي, closely related to Al-Mufti. The name originates from the Arabic word mufti, a Muslim legal expert authorized to issue non-binding opinions (fatwas) on matters of Islamic law. As a family name, it may denote descent from a lineage of scholars or jurists who held this respected position.

Distribution data from Forebears indicates that the surname is present in various Arabic-speaking regions, though it is not among the most common surnames. Variants include different romanizations like Al-Mufti or El Mofty, depending on regional orthographic conventions.

• Meaning: Mufti – Islamic legal scholar
• Origin: Arabic
• Type: Occupational/Title Surname
• Usage Regions: Arabic-speaking world, especially Egypt and Levant