Inayat
Inayat is a Muslim boy name meaning “Kindness, favour, grace”.
| Meaning | Kindness, favour, grace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu/Persian form |
| Arabic spelling | عنایت |
| Pronunciation | in-AA-yat |
| Arabic root | ع ن ي (ʿ-n-y) — to concern oneself, take care |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Inayat
Inayat is the Persian and Urdu form of the Arabic ʿināya, with the feminine ending pronounced as -at. In South Asia it means kindness, favour and grace, and it often appears in compounds such as Inayatullah, 'God's grace'. The Sufi teacher Inayat Khan brought the name to the West in the early 20th century.
Is Inayat a Muslim name?
Yes. Inayat is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning kindness and grace, common in South Asia.
Where is the name Inayat used?
Used in Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and Iran (Enayat), mostly for boys.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Inayat mean?
Inayat means 'Kindness, favour, grace'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu/Persian form.
Is Inayat a Muslim name?
Yes. Inayat is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning kindness and grace, common in South Asia.
How do you write Inayat in Arabic?
Inayat is written عنایت in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Inayat?
Inayat is pronounced in-AA-yat.