Taqwa

“piety, righteousness”

Middle Eastern countries origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7597US 2023

15Births / yr

↓Falling

118All-time births

📅 Since 200500

What does Taqwa mean and where does it come from?

The name Taqwa (تَقْوَى) is derived from the Arabic root ‘w-q-y’, which refers to the concept of piety and righteousness, particularly in a religious context. It is a common name among Muslims, often chosen to signify the importance of spiritual awareness and moral integrity. Taqwa is also mentioned

Cultural significance

Taqwa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Middle Eastern countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of piety, righteousness.

Peak popularity

Reached #7097 in 2020 — currently #7597 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Taqwa?

Taqwa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Taqwa Grace

How popular is Taqwa right now?

Falling — down 1410 spots — currently #7597 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#7597 · Top 5.6%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7597	15	▼ down 1410 · -25% births
2022	#6187	20	▲ up 1034 · +25% births
2021	#7221	16	▼ down 124
2020	#7097	16	▲ up 836 · +7% births
2015	#7933	15	▲ up 8551 · +150% births
2010	#16484	6	▲ up 2645 · +20% births
2005	#19129	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Taqwa

Best Year2022Rank #6187

Peak Count20

Average Rank#10235

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Taqwa

Taqwa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2005. With 118 total births recorded, Taqwa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #19129 in 2005 to #7597 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Taqwa in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Taqwa by decade

Taqwa peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	27
2010s ★	75
2020s	16

💎Taqwa has only 118 total recorded births since 2005 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Taqwa?

Common

TaqTa

What names sound and feel like Taqwa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Taqwa also consider these

Saudi Arabia · date palm

Tamra

American · Palmtree

Tahna

American · A derived name,

Tamka

Indian · language: Means 'to

Taska

Slavic countries · Bringer of hope

Tanda

South Africa · Tswana

Common questions about the name Taqwa

What does the name Taqwa mean?

Taqwa means "piety, righteousness" — a name rooted in Middle Eastern countries tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Taqwa?

Taqwa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Taqwa have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Taqwa?

Taqwa originates from Middle Eastern countries tradition. Middle Eastern countries names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Taqwa trending right now?

Taqwa is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Taqwa a common or rare name?

Taqwa is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.