Waliyat
Waliyat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Friend of God, protector”.
| Meaning | Friend of God, protector |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Yoruba form of Arabic Waliyya |
| Arabic spelling | ولية |
| Pronunciation | wah-LEE-yaht |
| Arabic root | و ل ي (w-l-y) — to be near, to befriend, protect |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Waliyat
Waliyat is the Yoruba form of Waliyya, the feminine of walī, 'friend', 'guardian' or 'one close to God'. In Islamic usage a walī of God is a pious person whom God has taken as a friend. The -at ending is the usual Yoruba way of keeping the Arabic feminine t.
Is Waliyat a Muslim name?
Yes. Waliyat is a Muslim name, the Yoruba form of Waliyya, meaning a friend of God.
Is Waliyat in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'Allah is the ally (walī) of those who believe' (Quran 2:257).
Where is the name Waliyat used?
Used among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
Gifts with the name Waliyat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Waliyat mean?
Waliyat means 'Friend of God, protector'. It comes from Yoruba form of Arabic Waliyya.
Is Waliyat a Muslim name?
Yes. Waliyat is a Muslim name, the Yoruba form of Waliyya, meaning a friend of God.
How do you write Waliyat in Arabic?
Waliyat is written ولية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Waliyat?
Waliyat is pronounced wah-LEE-yaht.
Is Waliyat mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'Allah is the ally (walī) of those who believe' (Quran 2:257).