Taqwa
Taqwa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Piety, God-consciousness”.
| Meaning | Piety, God-consciousness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | تقوى |
| Pronunciation | TAK-wah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Sudan, Somalia, Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Taqwa
Taqwa is a core idea of the Quran: a constant awareness of God that shields a person from doing wrong. English translations usually render it as piety or God-consciousness. The root, w-q-y, means to guard or protect. Parents who give it to a daughter are expressing a wish that she will grow ever stronger in her faith, carrying that protective awareness throughout her life.
Is Taqwa a Muslim name?
Taqwa is lifted straight from a key Quranic term: 'Take provision, but indeed the best provision is taqwa' (Quran 2:197).
How popular is Taqwa?
It is used in Egypt, Sudan, Somalia and Nigeria, as well as in the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Taqwa
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Spellings and variants of Taqwa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Taqwa mean?
Taqwa means 'Piety, God-consciousness'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Taqwa a Muslim name?
Taqwa is lifted straight from a key Quranic term: 'Take provision, but indeed the best provision is taqwa' (Quran 2:197).
How do you pronounce Taqwa?
Taqwa is pronounced TAK-wah.
Is Taqwa a boy or girl name?
Taqwa is usually a girl name.