Zakee
Zakee is a Muslim boy name meaning “Pure, righteous; intelligent”.
| Meaning | Pure, righteous; intelligent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زكي |
| Pronunciation | zah-KEE |
| Arabic root | ز ك و (z-k-w) — to be pure, to grow |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zakee
Zakee is a spelling of the Arabic name Zakī, with ee marking the long final vowel. In classical Arabic zakī means pure and virtuous, while in many dialects it has also come to mean clever. The spelling Zakee is particularly common among African American Muslims and in English-speaking countries.
Is Zakee a Muslim name?
Yes. Zakee is a form of the Arabic name Zaki, meaning pure and righteous.
Is Zakee in the Quran?
The word is used in the Quran for the Prophet Yahya: 'a pure boy (ghulāman zakiyyā)' (Quran 19:19).
Where is the name Zakee used?
Popular among Muslims in the United States and the UK.
Gifts with the name Zakee
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Spellings and variants of Zakee
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zakee mean?
Zakee means 'Pure, righteous; intelligent'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zakee a Muslim name?
Yes. Zakee is a form of the Arabic name Zaki, meaning pure and righteous.
How do you write Zakee in Arabic?
Zakee is written زكي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zakee?
Zakee is pronounced zah-KEE.
Is Zakee mentioned in the Quran?
The word is used in the Quran for the Prophet Yahya: 'a pure boy (ghulāman zakiyyā)' (Quran 19:19).