96 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْبَاقِي
Al-Baqi
"The Everlasting" — the 96th of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
Everything perishes except His face.
In the Quran: Quran 28:88
About the 99 Names of Allah
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Allah is described in the Quran and authentic hadith. Each name reveals an attribute of Allah: His mercy, might, wisdom, forgiveness, sustenance, and countless others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, "Allah has ninety-nine names, one hundred less one; whoever memorises them will enter Paradise" (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736). Al-Baqi is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Baqi
What does Al-Baqi mean?
Al-Baqi (الْبَاقِي) means "The Everlasting" in English. It is the 96th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. Everything perishes except His face.
How is Al-Baqi written in Arabic?
Al-Baqi is written in Arabic as الْبَاقِي. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Baqi literally means "The Everlasting".
Is Al-Baqi mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Baqi is referenced in Quran 28:88. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 28.
What are the 99 Names of Allah?
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Muslims describe and remember Allah. Compiled from the Quran and authentic hadith, each name reveals an attribute of Allah's essence, actions, or mercy. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said whoever memorises them will enter Paradise (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736).