Waqaas
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Waqaas
Waqaas is an Arabic name meaning "impactful" or "striking," derived from the root w-q-s which relates to force or effect.
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Etymology
Waqaas is an Arabic name meaning "impactful" or "striking," derived from the root w-q-s which relates to force or effect. The name is primarily used in Muslim-majority cultures and Islamic communities, with historical significance as the name of Waqqas ibn Abi Waqqas, companion of the Prophet Muhammad and revered military commander.
Waqaas currently ranks #2,501 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1996.
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