Tawfiq
Tawfiq is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Success granted by God”.
| Meaning | Success granted by God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | توفيق |
| Pronunciation | tow-FEEK |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Tawfiq
Tawfiq is the standard English rendering of Tawfīq, the divine help that allows a person's efforts to succeed. It grows from the root w-f-q, which describes success and harmony. Muslims often say 'bi-tawfīq Allāh', meaning with God's gift of success. The name is common throughout the Arab world and is also popular with African and Western Muslims, while North Africans often spell it Toufik.
Is Tawfiq a Muslim name?
The name echoes what Prophet Shuʿayb says to his people: 'My success (tawfīqī) is only through Allah. Upon Him I rely' (Quran 11:88).
How popular is Tawfiq?
It is used across the Arab world and well beyond it.
Gifts with the name Tawfiq
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Spellings and variants of Tawfiq
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tawfiq mean?
Tawfiq means 'Success granted by God'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Tawfiq a Muslim name?
The name echoes what Prophet Shuʿayb says to his people: 'My success (tawfīqī) is only through Allah. Upon Him I rely' (Quran 11:88).
How do you pronounce Tawfiq?
Tawfiq is pronounced tow-FEEK.
Is Tawfiq a boy or girl name?
Tawfiq is usually a boy name.