Siaka
Siaka is a Muslim boy name meaning “Form of Ishaq (Isaac), a Prophet”.
| Meaning | Form of Ishaq (Isaac), a Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Mande (West Africa) form of Arabic Ishaq |
| Arabic spelling | إسحاق |
| Pronunciation | see-AH-kah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Siaka
Siaka is the Manding form of Isḥāq, the Prophet Isaac, son of Ibrāhīm. The opening I- is dropped and the Arabic ḥ softened, giving Siaka; Yoruba speakers have the similar form Isiaka. It is a familiar name in Mali, Côte d'Ivoire, Burkina Faso and Sierra Leone, where former president Siaka Stevens bore it.
Is Siaka a Muslim name?
Yes. Siaka is a Muslim name, the West African form of the Prophet Isḥāq (Isaac).
Is Siaka in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And We gave him good tidings of Ishaq, a prophet from among the righteous' (Quran 37:112).
Where is the name Siaka used?
Common among Bambara, Dioula and Senufo Muslims in Mali, Côte d'Ivoire and Burkina Faso.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Siaka mean?
Siaka means 'Form of Ishaq (Isaac), a Prophet'. It comes from Mande (West Africa) form of Arabic Ishaq.
Is Siaka a Muslim name?
Yes. Siaka is a Muslim name, the West African form of the Prophet Isḥāq (Isaac).
How do you write Siaka in Arabic?
Siaka is written إسحاق in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Siaka?
Siaka is pronounced see-AH-kah.
Is Siaka mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And We gave him good tidings of Ishaq, a prophet from among the righteous' (Quran 37:112).