Tavakkoli

Tavakkoli is a Persian surname of Iranian origin. It is derived from the Arabic word tawakkul, meaning reliance on God or trust in divine providence, with the Persian suffix -i indicating attribution or belonging, yielding interpretations such as "of reliance" or "devout." The name is common among Iranians and in Iranian communities abroad, as well as in Persian-speaking populations in Afghanistan and Tajikistan. Transliterations vary; the most common forms are Tavakkoli and Tavakoli, with variations including Tavakkoly and Tawakkoli, reflecting differences in transliteration from Persian script. Individuals with the surname Tavakkoli have been noted in politics, academia, sports, and culture, among Iranian and diaspora communities; the surname appears in public life in Iran and in countries with Iranian expatriate populations.