Naqiyyah
Naqiyyah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Pure, clean and virtuous”.
| Meaning | Pure, clean and virtuous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نقية |
| Pronunciation | nah-KEE-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Naqiyyah
Naqiyyah is a fuller way of writing Naqiyya, the feminine of Naqī. Each part of the spelling has a reason: the double y mirrors the shadda, the doubling mark in Arabic writing, and the final h shows the feminine ending. The name means a woman pure in heart and in conduct, from the root n-q-y. This form is used mostly by English-speaking Muslim families who want a spelling close to the Arabic.
Is Naqiyyah a Muslim name?
Naqiyyah is the same Arabic name as Naqiya, chosen by Muslim parents for its meaning of purity.
How popular is Naqiyyah?
Naqiyyah is used mainly by diaspora families in the UK and North America.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naqiyyah mean?
Naqiyyah means 'Pure, clean and virtuous'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Naqiyyah a Muslim name?
Naqiyyah is the same Arabic name as Naqiya, chosen by Muslim parents for its meaning of purity.
How do you pronounce Naqiyyah?
Naqiyyah is pronounced nah-KEE-yah.
Is Naqiyyah a boy or girl name?
Naqiyyah is usually a girl name.