Aws
Aws is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Wolf; gift”.
| Meaning | Wolf; gift |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أوس |
| Pronunciation | OWS |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Iraq, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Aws
Aws is a very old Arabic name that means 'wolf', though some explain it instead as 'gift'. It is tied to a major chapter of Islamic history in Madinah. Al-Aws was one of the city's two great tribes, and together with al-Khazraj its people became the Ansar, the helpers who welcomed the Prophet ﷺ and his Companions. Its diminutive, Uways, is the source of the popular South Asian name Awais.
Is Aws a Muslim name?
Aws is an Arabic Muslim name that recalls the Aws, one of the two tribes of the Ansar in Madinah.
How popular is Aws?
It is used in the Gulf, Iraq and the Levant.
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Spellings and variants of Aws
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aws mean?
Aws means 'Wolf; gift'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Aws a Muslim name?
Aws is an Arabic Muslim name that recalls the Aws, one of the two tribes of the Ansar in Madinah.
How do you pronounce Aws?
Aws is pronounced OWS.
Is Aws a boy or girl name?
Aws is usually a boy name.