Taqwa
Taqwa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Piety, God-consciousness”.
| Meaning | Piety, God-consciousness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | تقوى |
| Pronunciation | TAK-wah |
| Arabic root | و ق ي (w-q-y) — to guard, to protect |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Taqwa
Taqwa is a central Quranic term for the awareness of God that guards a person from wrongdoing. It is often translated as piety or God-consciousness. As a given name it is used for girls in Egypt, Sudan, Somalia, Nigeria and among Western Muslims, and expresses the hope that the child will grow in faith.
Is Taqwa a Muslim name?
Yes. Taqwa is a Muslim name taken directly from a key Quranic word meaning God-consciousness.
Is Taqwa in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Take provision, but indeed the best provision is taqwa' (Quran 2:197).
Where is the name Taqwa used?
Used in Egypt, Sudan, Somalia, Nigeria and the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Taqwa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Taqwa mean?
Taqwa means 'Piety, God-consciousness'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Taqwa a Muslim name?
Yes. Taqwa is a Muslim name taken directly from a key Quranic word meaning God-consciousness.
How do you write Taqwa in Arabic?
Taqwa is written تقوى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Taqwa?
Taqwa is pronounced TAK-wah.
Is Taqwa mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Take provision, but indeed the best provision is taqwa' (Quran 2:197).