UK girl's name
Zakkiyah
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "pure," "virtuous," or "righteous.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Zakkiyah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Zakkiyah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5201, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2007 to 2007. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Zakkiyah is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Zakkiyah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Zakkiyah ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 3 girls were registered as Zakkiyah.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Zakkiyah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5201
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Zakkiyah mean?
The name Zakkiyah is derived from the Arabic language and has its roots in Islamic culture. It is a feminine name that means "pure" or "virtuous" and is often associated with righteousness and piety.
The origin of the name can be traced back to the Arabic word "zakah," which refers to the Islamic concept of purification and growth through the payment of alms or charity. This connection highlights the spiritual and moral connotations of the name.
In Islamic scriptures, particularly the Quran, there are references to the importance of purity and righteousness. The name Zakkiyah is often given to girls as a way of instilling these values and reminding them of the virtues they should strive for.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Zakkiyah can be found in historical records from the Middle Ages. During this period, there were notable individuals who bore this name, including Zakkiyah bint Al-Qaim (died 1107 CE), a renowned poet and scholar from the Fatimid dynasty in Egypt.
Throughout history, the name Zakkiyah has been carried by various influential women. One such example is Zakkiyah Dhumayri (1892-1976), an Egyptian feminist and activist who played a significant role in advocating for women's rights and education in the early 20th century.
Another notable figure is Zakkiyah Shatnawi (1924-2005), a Jordanian poet and writer who made significant contributions to Arabic literature and celebrated the beauty of her homeland through her works.
In the realm of science, Zakkiyah al-Mushaykhah (1878-1928) was a pioneering Syrian educator and chemist who helped establish modern chemistry education in the region and paved the way for future generations of women scientists.
The name Zakkiyah has also been carried by influential religious figures, such as Zakkiyah Jaffer (1918-2007), a prominent Shia Muslim scholar and leader from South Africa, who played a crucial role in promoting Islamic education and interfaith dialogue.
These examples demonstrate the rich cultural and historical significance of the name Zakkiyah, which has been borne by individuals who embodied the virtues of purity, righteousness, and moral excellence across various fields and regions.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Zakkiyah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Zakkiyah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #5201 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Zakkiyah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Zakkiyah in the UK right now?
In 2007, Zakkiyah was ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Zakkiyah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 3 babies registered as Zakkiyah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Zakkiyah?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "pure," "virtuous," or "righteous.".
How many people are called Zakkiyah in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Zakkiyah across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.