Tawakkul
Tawakkul is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Trust in God, reliance on God”.
| Meaning | Trust in God, reliance on God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | توكل |
| Pronunciation | ta-WAK-kul |
| Arabic root | و ك ل (w-k-l) — to entrust, to rely on |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Tawakkul
Tawakkul is the Islamic virtue of placing complete trust in God while doing one's part. As a name it is uncommon but real: in Yemen it is a woman's name, borne by the Nobel Peace laureate Tawakkol Karman, and in Central Asia and Afghanistan it appears as a man's name. The spelling Tawakkol reflects Yemeni pronunciation.
Is Tawakkul a Muslim name?
Yes. Tawakkul is an Islamic term meaning trust in God, used as a name by Muslims in Yemen and Central Asia.
Is Tawakkul in the Quran?
'And whoever relies upon Allah (yatawakkal), He is sufficient for him' (Quran 65:3).
Where is the name Tawakkul used?
Rare; found in Yemen, Afghanistan and Central Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tawakkul mean?
Tawakkul means 'Trust in God, reliance on God'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Tawakkul a Muslim name?
Yes. Tawakkul is an Islamic term meaning trust in God, used as a name by Muslims in Yemen and Central Asia.
How do you write Tawakkul in Arabic?
Tawakkul is written توكل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tawakkul?
Tawakkul is pronounced ta-WAK-kul.
Is Tawakkul mentioned in the Quran?
'And whoever relies upon Allah (yatawakkal), He is sufficient for him' (Quran 65:3).