Aqa
Aqa is a Muslim boy name meaning “Master, lord, sir”.
| Meaning | Master, lord, sir |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkic, via Persian |
| Arabic spelling | آقا |
| Pronunciation | AA-qaa |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Aqa
Aqa (Āqā) is the Persian form of a Turkic word meaning master, lord or elder brother, the same word as Agha and Turkish Ağa. In Iran and Afghanistan it is used mostly as a respectful title, 'sir', placed before or after a name, and only sometimes as a given name or part of one, such as Aqa Muhammad.
Is Aqa a Muslim name?
Aqa is a Turkic-Persian title meaning master, used by Muslims in Iran and Afghanistan, mostly as an honorific rather than a given name.
Where is the name Aqa used?
Used in Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan, mostly as a title of respect.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aqa mean?
Aqa means 'Master, lord, sir'. It comes from Turkic, via Persian.
Is Aqa a Muslim name?
Aqa is a Turkic-Persian title meaning master, used by Muslims in Iran and Afghanistan, mostly as an honorific rather than a given name.
How do you write Aqa in Arabic?
Aqa is written آقا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aqa?
Aqa is pronounced AA-qaa.