نقية

Naqiyya

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Naqiyya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pure, clean, unblemished”.

MeaningPure, clean, unblemished
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingنقية
Pronunciationna-KEE-yah
Arabic rootن ق ي (n-q-y) — to be pure
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Naqiyya

Naqiyya is the feminine of Naqī, 'pure'. Al-Naqī is a title of the tenth Shia Imam, ʿAlī al-Hādī, which makes the name especially loved by Shia families. The doubled 'y' follows the Arabic spelling; Naqiya and Naqia are simpler forms.

Is Naqiyya a Muslim name?

Yes. Naqiyya is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'pure'.

Where is the name Naqiyya used?

Used in Pakistan, India and Iraq, especially among Shia families.

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Spellings and variants of Naqiyya

NaqiyaNaqiaNaqiyahNakiye

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Naqiyya mean?

Naqiyya means 'Pure, clean, unblemished'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Naqiyya a Muslim name?

Yes. Naqiyya is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'pure'.

How do you write Naqiyya in Arabic?

Naqiyya is written نقية in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Naqiyya?

Naqiyya is pronounced na-KEE-yah.

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