Boy name
Zaki name meaning
“pure, cleansed, virtuous”
Zaki means pure, cleansed, or virtuous. It comes from Arabic zakī and is used as a masculine name in Türkiye. The same adjective appears in the Quran, providing a concrete textual association. The similar-looking Turkish name Zeki has a different Arabic source, while Zaki centers on purity and moral cleanliness.
What does Zaki mean?
Pure, cleansed, virtuous
In Turkish: temiz, arınmış, erdemli
Zaki combines the idea of purity with moral goodness. The same Arabic word occurs in the Quran, providing a clear connection with the religious text. Its similarity to the Turkish name Zeki can cause confusion, but an explanation based on intelligence would derive it from a different Arabic word.
Origin of the name Zaki
Zaki comes from Arabic zakī, conveying purity and moral goodness. It is a different word from dhakī, intelligent, which underlies the Turkish name Zeki.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic |
| In Islamic history | Names found in the Quran |
| Is Zaki in the Quran? | As a word · زكيا · 19:19The adjective behind Zaki occurs as زكيا in the Quran, describing the child announced to Maryam. |
| Starts with | Z · Za |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is common says nothing certain about any one person’s background, faith or origin.
How to pronounce Zaki
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Arabic | زكي |
Is Zaki a boy’s name?
Yes, Zaki is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Zaki does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Zaki
Names with related meanings
- Berat♂Absolution, deliverance
- Selim♂Sound, unharmed
- Arel♂A pure, honest person
- Ahlas♂Purer
- Tahir♂Clean, pure, unblemished
- İsmet♂Protection
- Yalın♂Plain, unadorned
- Halis♂Pure, unmixed
- Hulusi♂Associated with sincerity and purity of intention
- Saffet♂Purity, clarity, and sincerity of heart
- Safa♂Clarity
- Nazif♂Clean, pure
FAQ about the name Zaki
What is the meaning of Zaki?
Zaki means “pure, cleansed, virtuous”. Zaki comes from Arabic zakī, conveying purity and moral goodness. It is a different word from dhakī, intelligent, which underlies the Turkish name Zeki.
Is Zaki a boy’s name?
Yes, Zaki is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Zaki in the Quran?
As a word. The adjective behind Zaki occurs as زكيا in the Quran, describing the child announced to Maryam. (e.g.: 19:19)
What is the origin of the name Zaki?
Zaki is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Zaki have?
Zaki has 2 syllables and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Zaki?
Zaki does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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