Tawakalitu
Tawakalitu is a Muslim girl name meaning “I have put my trust (in God)”.
| Meaning | I have put my trust (in God) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Yoruba, from Arabic tawakkaltu |
| Arabic spelling | توكلت |
| Pronunciation | tah-wah-kah-LEE-too |
| Arabic root | و ك ل (w-k-l) — to entrust, rely on |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Tawakalitu
Tawakalitu closely follows the Arabic tawakkaltu, 'I have put my trust', familiar from the phrase tawakkaltu ʿalā Allāh, 'I have relied on God'. Yoruba adds vowels between the consonants, giving Tawakalitu, and the shorter Tawakalit is also used. The name expresses complete reliance on God.
Is Tawakalitu a Muslim name?
Yes. Tawakalitu is a Muslim name used by Yoruba Muslims, from the Arabic expression of trust in God.
Is Tawakalitu in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'whoever relies upon Allah, then He is sufficient for him' (Quran 65:3).
Where is the name Tawakalitu used?
Used among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tawakalitu mean?
Tawakalitu means 'I have put my trust (in God)'. It comes from Yoruba, from Arabic tawakkaltu.
Is Tawakalitu a Muslim name?
Yes. Tawakalitu is a Muslim name used by Yoruba Muslims, from the Arabic expression of trust in God.
How do you write Tawakalitu in Arabic?
Tawakalitu is written توكلت in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tawakalitu?
Tawakalitu is pronounced tah-wah-kah-LEE-too.
Is Tawakalitu mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'whoever relies upon Allah, then He is sufficient for him' (Quran 65:3).