زكي

Zeki

boyTurkish form of Arabic Zaki

Zeki is a Muslim boy name meaning “Intelligent, clever; pure”.

MeaningIntelligent, clever; pure
GenderBoy
OriginTurkish form of Arabic Zaki
Arabic spellingزكي
Pronunciationzeh-KEE
Arabic rootز ك و (z-k-w) — to be pure, to grow
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Zeki

Zeki is the Turkish form of Arabic Zakī. In Turkish the word zeki is the everyday adjective for intelligent or clever, so the name is understood above all in that sense, while the Arabic original also means pure and virtuous. It is a common name in Turkey and among Kurdish and Balkan Muslims.

Is Zeki a Muslim name?

Yes. Zeki is a Turkish Muslim name derived from Arabic Zakī.

Where is the name Zeki used?

Common in Turkey, among Kurds and in Turkish communities in Europe.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Zeki mean?

Zeki means 'Intelligent, clever; pure'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Zaki.

Is Zeki a Muslim name?

Yes. Zeki is a Turkish Muslim name derived from Arabic Zakī.

How do you write Zeki in Arabic?

Zeki is written زكي in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Zeki?

Zeki is pronounced zeh-KEE.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.