Rasaki
Rasaki is a Muslim boy name meaning “Provider (short for ʿAbd al-Razzāq)”.
| Meaning | Provider (short for ʿAbd al-Razzāq) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba form |
| Arabic spelling | رزاق |
| Pronunciation | rah-SAH-kee |
| Arabic root | ر ز ق (r-z-q) — provision |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rasaki
Rasaki is the Yoruba form of Razzāq, used as a short form of ʿAbd al-Razzāq, 'servant of the Provider'. Yoruba lacks the z sound in older speech, so it became s, and the name gained a final -i. It is a long-established name in south-western Nigeria, often spelled Rasak or Razak as well.
Is Rasaki a Muslim name?
Yes. Rasaki is the Yoruba form of Abdul Razzaq, servant of the Provider.
Is Rasaki in the Quran?
'Indeed, it is Allah who is the Provider (al-Razzāq)' (Quran 51:58).
Where is the name Rasaki used?
Common among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rasaki mean?
Rasaki means 'Provider (short for ʿAbd al-Razzāq)'. It comes from Arabic, Yoruba form.
Is Rasaki a Muslim name?
Yes. Rasaki is the Yoruba form of Abdul Razzaq, servant of the Provider.
How do you write Rasaki in Arabic?
Rasaki is written رزاق in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rasaki?
Rasaki is pronounced rah-SAH-kee.
Is Rasaki mentioned in the Quran?
'Indeed, it is Allah who is the Provider (al-Razzāq)' (Quran 51:58).