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Taqi is a masculine given name of Arabic origin. It is derived from the Arabic adjective taqi, meaning pious or God-fearing, with the related noun taqwa denoting piety or God-consciousness. In Arabic usage, the root conveys moral devotion and dutiful behavior.

As a personal name, Taqi is widely used across Muslim communities in the Arab world, Iran, the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and parts of Central Asia. It is commonly given on its own, or as part of longer names such as Taqiuddin (piety of the religion) or Taqi al-Din (piety of the faith).

Variants and transliteration differ by language and script. Common Latin spellings include Taqi, Taqui, Takiy, and Taki. The form may be altered by local phonology and naming traditions in countries such as Indonesia, Turkey, and Pakistan.

While primarily used as a given name, Taqi can appear as a surname in some families, especially where patronymic or clan-based naming practices prevail.

See also taqwa, the concept of piety in Islamic thought that underpins the meaning of the name.