Tijani
Tijani is a Muslim boy name meaning “Follower of the Tijāniyya path”.
| Meaning | Follower of the Tijāniyya path |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Maghrebi place-name) |
| Arabic spelling | التجاني |
| Pronunciation | tee-JAH-nee |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Tijani
Tijani is the more widespread spelling of al-Tijānī, after Shaykh Aḥmad al-Tijānī, the Algerian-born founder of the Tijāniyya order, who died in Fez in 1815. The order became the largest Sufi path in West Africa, and the name is given by Hausa, Yoruba, Senegalese and Maghrebi families alike. In French-speaking countries it is often written Tidjani.
Is Tijani a Muslim name?
Yes. Tijani is a Muslim name honouring Shaykh Aḥmad al-Tijānī and the Tijāniyya Sufi order.
Where is the name Tijani used?
Used in Nigeria, Senegal, Niger, Morocco and Algeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tijani mean?
Tijani means 'Follower of the Tijāniyya path'. It comes from Arabic (Maghrebi place-name).
Is Tijani a Muslim name?
Yes. Tijani is a Muslim name honouring Shaykh Aḥmad al-Tijānī and the Tijāniyya Sufi order.
How do you write Tijani in Arabic?
Tijani is written التجاني in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tijani?
Tijani is pronounced tee-JAH-nee.