Zakiyyah
Zakiyyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pure, chaste, righteous”.
| Meaning | Pure, chaste, 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 Zakiyyah
Zakiyyah adds a final h to show the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa, the feminine ending of zakiyya, 'pure'. This spelling is popular with English-speaking Muslims, particularly in the United States and the UK, who prefer to mirror the Arabic letters. The meaning is identical to Zakiya and Zakia.
Is Zakiyyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Zakiyyah is a Muslim name meaning pure and righteous, a word found in the Quran.
Is Zakiyyah in the Quran?
It appears in 'Have you killed a pure soul (nafsan zakiyyatan)?' (Quran 18:74).
Where is the name Zakiyyah used?
Especially common among Muslims in the United States and the UK.
Gifts with the name Zakiyyah
- Zakiyyah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Zakiyyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zakiyyah mean?
Zakiyyah means 'Pure, chaste, righteous'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zakiyyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Zakiyyah is a Muslim name meaning pure and righteous, a word found in the Quran.
How do you write Zakiyyah in Arabic?
Zakiyyah is written زكية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zakiyyah?
Zakiyyah is pronounced zah-KEE-yah.
Is Zakiyyah mentioned in the Quran?
It appears in 'Have you killed a pure soul (nafsan zakiyyatan)?' (Quran 18:74).