Enayat
Enayat is a Muslim boy name meaning “Kindness, favour, care”.
| Meaning | Kindness, favour, care |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian / Urdu form of Arabic ʿInāya |
| Arabic spelling | عنایت |
| Pronunciation | eh-nah-YAHT |
| Arabic root | ع ن ي (ʿ-n-y) — to concern oneself with, to care |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Enayat
Enayat is the Persian and Urdu form of the Arabic ʿInāya. Persian keeps the old Arabic feminine ending as -at, so ʿInāya becomes ʿInāyat. It means kindness, favour or care and is often used in compounds such as Enayatullah, 'the favour of God'. In Iran and Afghanistan it is a man's name.
Is Enayat a Muslim name?
Yes. Enayat is a Muslim name, the Persian/Urdu form of the Arabic ʿInāya, 'care' or 'favour'.
Where is the name Enayat used?
Used mainly by men in Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan and India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Enayat mean?
Enayat means 'Kindness, favour, care'. It comes from Persian / Urdu form of Arabic ʿInāya.
Is Enayat a Muslim name?
Yes. Enayat is a Muslim name, the Persian/Urdu form of the Arabic ʿInāya, 'care' or 'favour'.
How do you write Enayat in Arabic?
Enayat is written عنایت in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Enayat?
Enayat is pronounced eh-nah-YAHT.