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Meaning

Piety, devotion

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage
Capturing elegance and depth, Takwa stands out as a meaningful name for your daughter. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Piety, devotion', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Takwa, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Takwa comes from the same Arabic root w-q-y as Muttaqi, "taqwa," God-consciousness.

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Etymology

From the Arabic root ูˆ-ู‚-ูŠ (w-q-y, 'to be mindful, guard against wrong'). Taqwa is a central Quranic virtue describing God-consciousness and mindful piety.

Islamic Significance

Taqwa, God-consciousness, is the quality the Quran names as the measure of honor before God.

Quranic Connection

The Quran opens by naming its audience: a guidance for those conscious of Allah (2:2).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world.