Waliyy
The Protecting friend.
Protecting one's family, faith, and the vulnerable is a noble Islamic duty exemplified by the Prophet's teachings.
148 Islamic & Muslim names found
According to verified Islamic lexicography, popular Muslim names directly translating to or embodying "Protector & Guardian" include:
The Protecting friend.
An inhabited country, dominion, a foreign country, abroad, realm, possession, being master of anything, sovereignty, control, government, jurisdiction, guardianship, friend-ship, union(specially with God), sanctity, prophecy, the office of a saint.
Custody, guardianship.
Gods guest, meaning a person who is under the special care and protection of Allah.
Names such as Hafiz, Hami, Haris, and Muhaimin evoke safety, vigilance, and protective care.
"On the Day of Resurrection, you will be called by your names and by your fathers' names, so give yourselves good names." — Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), Sunan Abu Dawood
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