Waqas
Waqas is a Muslim boy name meaning “One who breaks; a warrior”.
| Meaning | One who breaks; a warrior |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | وقاص |
| Pronunciation | wuh-KAAS |
| Arabic root | و ق ص (w-q-ṣ) — to break, to crush |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Waqas
Waqas comes from the Arabic Waqqāṣ, an intensive form usually explained as 'one who breaks or crushes' an enemy. It is known almost entirely through Saʿd ibn Abī Waqqāṣ, one of the ten Companions promised Paradise and the commander at the Battle of al-Qadisiyya. Abū Waqqāṣ was the kunya of his father Mālik, and South Asian families adopted Waqas as a given name in honour of Saʿd.
Is Waqas a Muslim name?
Yes. Waqas is a Muslim name, taken from the name of the great Companion Saʿd ibn Abi Waqqas.
Where is the name Waqas used?
Very popular in Pakistan and among Pakistani families in the UK and Gulf.
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Spellings and variants of Waqas
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Waqas mean?
Waqas means 'One who breaks; a warrior'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Waqas a Muslim name?
Yes. Waqas is a Muslim name, taken from the name of the great Companion Saʿd ibn Abi Waqqas.
How do you write Waqas in Arabic?
Waqas is written وقاص in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Waqas?
Waqas is pronounced wuh-KAAS.