نقي

Naqi

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Naqi is a Muslim boy name meaning “Pure, clean, spotless”.

MeaningPure, clean, spotless
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingنقي
Pronunciationnah-KEE
Arabic rootن ق و / ن ق ي (n-q-y) — to be pure, clean
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Naqi

Naqi (Naqī) means pure, clean and free of blemish, physically and morally. It is especially beloved among Shia Muslims as the title al-Naqī of ʿAlī ibn Muḥammad al-Hādī, the tenth Imam in Twelver Shia belief and a descendant of the Prophet ﷺ. The name is common in Pakistan and India, both alone and in the compound Ali Naqi.

Is Naqi a Muslim name?

Yes. Naqi is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pure. It is well known as the title of Imam ʿAlī al-Naqī.

Where is the name Naqi used?

Popular among Shia families in Pakistan, India, Iran and Iraq.

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Spellings and variants of Naqi

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Naqi mean?

Naqi means 'Pure, clean, spotless'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Naqi a Muslim name?

Yes. Naqi is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pure. It is well known as the title of Imam ʿAlī al-Naqī.

How do you write Naqi in Arabic?

Naqi is written نقي in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Naqi?

Naqi is pronounced nah-KEE.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.