نقي

Naqi

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Naqi is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Pure, clean and spotless”.

MeaningPure, clean and spotless
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asنقي
Pronunciationnah-KEE
TraditionMuslim
Used inPakistan, India, Iran, Iraq

Meaning and origin of Naqi

Naqi (NAH-kee) means pure and spotless, both in a physical and a moral sense. The root n-q-y is about being clean. Shia Muslims hold the name in particular affection because al-Naqī was the title of ʿAlī ibn Muḥammad al-Hādī, the tenth Imam in Twelver belief and a descendant of the Prophet ﷺ. In Pakistan and India it is common alone and in the pairing Ali Naqi.

Is Naqi a Muslim name?

Naqi is an Arabic name meaning pure, and many Muslims know it best as the title of the tenth Imam, ʿAlī al-Naqī.

How popular is Naqi?

Naqi is popular among Shia families in Pakistan, India, Iran and Iraq.

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Spellings and variants of Naqi

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Naqi mean?

Naqi means 'Pure, clean and spotless'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Naqi a Muslim name?

Naqi is an Arabic name meaning pure, and many Muslims know it best as the title of the tenth Imam, ʿAlī al-Naqī.

How do you pronounce Naqi?

Naqi is pronounced nah-KEE.

Is Naqi a boy or girl name?

Naqi is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.