Name Meaning & Origin
"In Islam, taqiyya is a concept that refers to a Muslim concealing their faith or religious identity to protect themselves from danger"
Data last updated: 2025 SSA records
In Islam, taqiyya is a concept that refers to a Muslim concealing their faith or religious identity to protect themselves from danger. Although the term stems mainly from discrimination against the minority Shiite tradition, it is also considered a legitimate practice under certain conditions in Sunni sources. The practice of concealing one's beliefs has existed since the early days of Islam; early Muslims did so to avoid persecution or violence by non-Muslim governments or individuals.
In Islam, taqiyya is a concept that refers to a Muslim concealing their faith or religious identity to protect themselves from danger. Although the term stems mainly from discrimination against the minority Shiite tradition, it is also considered a legitimate practice under certain conditions in Sunni sources. The practice of concealing one's beliefs has existed since the early days of Islam; early Muslims did so to avoid persecution or violence by non-Muslim governments or individuals.
Life Path 7 — Wisdom & Introspection: Analytical, spiritual, and truth-seeking.
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Root element "Taqiyyah" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "In Islam, taqiyya is a concept that refers to a Muslim concealing their faith or religious identity to protect themselves from danger".
Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.
Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.
Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.
~5 people named Taqiyyah in the US. Peaked in 1994 with 5 recorded uses.
The Life Path number for Taqiyyah is 7, associated with Wisdom & Introspection. Soul Urge: 11. Personality: 5.
Taqiyyah is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.
Approximately 5 people in the United States are named Taqiyyah. The name peaked in 1994 with 5 recorded uses.
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