What are the meanings of the following names?Nasiha, Taqi, Zaki.
Question
I was told that the name Zaki has multiple meanings depending on it being spelt with a ?zay? or ?czaal?, please advise for all cases. Also, which is correct, Nasiha or Naasiha?.do these result in different meanings?
Answer
Nasiha - to wish good.
Taqi - Pious
Zaki - intelligent.
Nasiha and Naasiha are both correct.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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