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Zaki

Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Zaki: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2006.

Zaki is a name of Arabic origin, derived from the root *z-k-y*, meaning "pure," "virtuous," or "intelligent." It is a common given name across the Muslim world, often associated with moral clarity and sharpness of mind. One notable bearer is Zaki al-Arsuzi, a Syrian philosopher and a key early influence on Ba'athist thought. In the world of sport, Zaki Nossair was an Egyptian footballer who played in the 1930s. The name shares its root with the Arabic word *zakāt*, meaning "purification" or "charity," one of the Five Pillars of Islam. A familiar variant is Zak, often used as a short form of Zachary in English-speaking countries, though Zaki stands as a distinct and meaningful name in its own right.