53 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْقَوِيُّ
Al-Qawiyy
"The Most Strong" — the 53rd of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
Every strength you meet — your own, another's — is on loan from Him.
In the Quran: Quran 22:40
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-Qawiyy is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Qawiyy
What does Al-Qawiyy mean?
Al-Qawiyy (الْقَوِيُّ) means "The Most Strong" in English. It is the 53rd of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. Every strength you meet — your own, another's — is on loan from Him.
How is Al-Qawiyy written in Arabic?
Al-Qawiyy is written in Arabic as الْقَوِيُّ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Qawiyy literally means "The Most Strong".
Is Al-Qawiyy mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Qawiyy is referenced in Quran 22:40. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 22.
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).