Yaqeen
Yaqeen is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Certainty, conviction”.
| Meaning | Certainty, conviction |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | يقين |
| Pronunciation | ya-KEEN |
| Arabic root | ي ق ن (y-q-n) — to be certain |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Yaqeen
Yaqeen is the Arabic word for certainty, faith that is settled beyond doubt. It is used in the Quran several times, including for death as the one certain thing that comes to everyone. As a name it is given to girls and boys, especially in South Asia and among English-speaking Muslim families.
Is Yaqeen a Muslim name?
Yes. Yaqeen is a Muslim name of Arabic origin with a clear Quranic meaning, certainty of faith.
Is Yaqeen in the Quran?
'And worship your Lord until there comes to you the certainty (al-yaqīn)' (Quran 15:99).
Where is the name Yaqeen used?
Used in Pakistan, India and among diaspora Muslims; occasionally in the Gulf.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yaqeen mean?
Yaqeen means 'Certainty, conviction'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Yaqeen a Muslim name?
Yes. Yaqeen is a Muslim name of Arabic origin with a clear Quranic meaning, certainty of faith.
How do you write Yaqeen in Arabic?
Yaqeen is written يقين in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Yaqeen?
Yaqeen is pronounced ya-KEEN.
Is Yaqeen mentioned in the Quran?
'And worship your Lord until there comes to you the certainty (al-yaqīn)' (Quran 15:99).