Taqiyyah

In Arabic: تَقِيَّة

Taqiyyah conveys a quality of the righteous (muttaqin), reflecting piety, restraint, and reliance on Allah.

التقيّة: صفة من صَفات المتقين، تدل على الورع وملازمة الخشية والنجاة

  • Girl name
  • Islamic tradition
  • Faith
  • Virtue
  • Longer
  • Strong sound
  • Rare
  • Pan-Arab

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  • TawakkulRelying on Allah while taking the means, bringing reassurance and trust after effort.Learn more
  • KhashyaReverent fear of Allah that restrains sin—an honored adab of the believer.Learn more

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What does the name Taqiyyah mean?
Taqiyyah conveys a quality of the righteous (muttaqin), reflecting piety, restraint, and reliance on Allah.
Is Taqiyyah a boy or a girl name?
Taqiyyah is a girl name.
How is Taqiyyah written in English?
Taqiyyah in Arabic: تَقِيَّة.
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