Alawi
Alawi is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Of ʿAli; a descendant of ʿAli”.
| Meaning | Of ʿAli; a descendant of ʿAli |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | علوي |
| Pronunciation | ah-LAH-wee |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Yemen, Gulf States, East Africa, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Alawi
Alawi is a nisba, an adjective of belonging, and means 'of ʿAli'. It is built on a root that carries the idea of height and rising, and for centuries it has identified families descended from ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib. The Bā ʿAlawī sayyids of Hadramawt in Yemen spread it as both a first name and a surname down the coast of East Africa, and Morocco's royal house is known as the ʿAlawī dynasty. It is quite separate from the Alawite religious community in Syria.
Is Alawi a Muslim name?
Alawi is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'of ʿAli', and it is closely linked to families who trace their line to ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib.
How popular is Alawi?
Families in Yemen, the Gulf and East Africa use it, Indonesians write it Alwi, and in Iran and South Asia it appears as Alavi.
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Spellings and variants of Alawi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alawi mean?
Alawi means 'Of ʿAli; a descendant of ʿAli'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Alawi a Muslim name?
Alawi is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'of ʿAli', and it is closely linked to families who trace their line to ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib.
How do you pronounce Alawi?
Alawi is pronounced ah-LAH-wee.
Is Alawi a boy or girl name?
Alawi is usually a boy name.