Taqiyyah
Taqiyyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pious, righteous, God-fearing”.
| Meaning | Pious, righteous, God-fearing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | تقية |
| Pronunciation | ta-KEE-yah |
| Arabic root | و ق ي (w-q-y) — to guard, to be God-conscious |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Taqiyyah
Taqiyyah is a spelling of Taqiyya, the feminine of Taqī, describing a woman who guards herself through awareness of God. The final -h reflects the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa. It is chosen for its connection with taqwā, the quality the Quran praises above lineage or wealth.
Is Taqiyyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Taqiyyah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pious and God-fearing.
Is Taqiyyah in the Quran?
Its root gives atqā: 'The most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous of you' (Quran 49:13).
Where is the name Taqiyyah used?
Mostly used by English-speaking Muslims.
Gifts with the name Taqiyyah
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Spellings and variants of Taqiyyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Taqiyyah mean?
Taqiyyah means 'Pious, righteous, God-fearing'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Taqiyyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Taqiyyah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pious and God-fearing.
How do you write Taqiyyah in Arabic?
Taqiyyah is written تقية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Taqiyyah?
Taqiyyah is pronounced ta-KEE-yah.
Is Taqiyyah mentioned in the Quran?
Its root gives atqā: 'The most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous of you' (Quran 49:13).