Zakiya
Zakiya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pure, virtuous, righteous”.
| Meaning | Pure, virtuous, righteous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زكية |
| Pronunciation | zah-KEE-yah |
| Arabic root | ز ك و (z-k-w) — to be pure, to grow |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zakiya
Zakiya is the feminine of Zakī, meaning pure and righteous, from the root shared with zakāt. It has been a common name among African American Muslims since the mid-twentieth century, as well as in the Arab world and South Asia. The spelling Zakiya is a simplified form of Zakiyya.
Is Zakiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Zakiya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pure, a word used in the Quran.
Is Zakiya in the Quran?
The Quran uses the word in 'Have you killed a pure soul (nafsan zakiyyatan)?' (Quran 18:74).
Where is the name Zakiya used?
Found in the Arab world, South Asia and among Muslims in the United States.
Gifts with the name Zakiya
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Spellings and variants of Zakiya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zakiya mean?
Zakiya means 'Pure, virtuous, righteous'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zakiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Zakiya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning pure, a word used in the Quran.
How do you write Zakiya in Arabic?
Zakiya is written زكية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zakiya?
Zakiya is pronounced zah-KEE-yah.
Is Zakiya mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran uses the word in 'Have you killed a pure soul (nafsan zakiyyatan)?' (Quran 18:74).