Zaki
Zaki is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Pure, virtuous; intelligent”.
| Meaning | Pure, virtuous; intelligent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | زكي |
| Pronunciation | ZAH-kee |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Zaki
Zaki shares its root, z-k-w, with zakāt, a word that brings together the ideas of purity and growth. Parents choose it for its meaning of purity and righteousness, and in everyday Arabic zakī is also used for someone clever and sharp. Among its famous bearers are the scholar Zaki Badawi and the Egyptian film star Ahmed Zaki. The Turkish form of the name is Zeki.
Is Zaki a Muslim name?
Zaki is a Muslim name with a Quranic pedigree, since the word appears in the angel's message to Maryam: 'I am only the messenger of your Lord to give you a pure (zakiyy) boy' (Quran 19:19).
How popular is Zaki?
Egypt, the Levant and South Asia all know it well, and in Turkey it appears as Zeki.
Gifts with the name Zaki
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Zaki
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zaki mean?
Zaki means 'Pure, virtuous; intelligent'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zaki a Muslim name?
Zaki is a Muslim name with a Quranic pedigree, since the word appears in the angel's message to Maryam: 'I am only the messenger of your Lord to give you a pure (zakiyy) boy' (Quran 19:19).
How do you pronounce Zaki?
Zaki is pronounced ZAH-kee.
Is Zaki a boy or girl name?
Zaki is usually a boy name.