Zaki
Zaki is a Muslim boy name meaning “Pure, virtuous; intelligent”.
| Meaning | Pure, virtuous; 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 Zaki
Zaki comes from the same root as zakāt, which joins the ideas of purity and growth. As a name it means pure and righteous, and in everyday Arabic zakī also means clever or sharp. Notable bearers include the Egyptian actor Ahmed Zaki and the Islamic scholar Zaki Badawi.
Is Zaki a Muslim name?
Yes. Zaki is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pure and righteous, and the Quran uses the word to describe Prophet Yahya.
Is Zaki in the Quran?
The angel tells Maryam 'I am only the messenger of your Lord to give you a pure (zakiyy) boy' (Quran 19:19).
Where is the name Zaki used?
Common in Egypt, the Levant and South Asia; Turkish families use the form Zeki.
Gifts with the name Zaki
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Zaki
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zaki mean?
Zaki means 'Pure, virtuous; intelligent'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zaki a Muslim name?
Yes. Zaki is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pure and righteous, and the Quran uses the word to describe Prophet Yahya.
How do you write Zaki in Arabic?
Zaki is written زكي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zaki?
Zaki is pronounced ZAH-kee.
Is Zaki mentioned in the Quran?
The angel tells Maryam 'I am only the messenger of your Lord to give you a pure (zakiyy) boy' (Quran 19:19).