Cawo
Cawo is a Muslim girl name of Somali origin, meaning “Good fortune, luck”.
| Meaning | Good fortune, luck |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali |
| Pronunciation | AH-woh |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya |
Meaning and origin of Cawo
Cawo is a traditional Somali name for girls. It comes straight from Somali vocabulary, where the word means luck or good fortune. In Somali writing the letter c represents the Arabic ʿayn, a sound made deep in the throat, so the name does not begin with a k sound. It has been a familiar choice among Somali families for generations, and Awo and Caawo are related spellings.
Is Cawo a Muslim name?
Cawo is a Somali rather than Arabic word with a hopeful meaning, and it is used by Muslim families in Somalia and abroad.
How popular is Cawo?
Common among Somalis in Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia and Kenya.
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Spellings and variants of Cawo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cawo mean?
Cawo means 'Good fortune, luck'. It is of Somali origin.
Is Cawo a Muslim name?
Cawo is a Somali rather than Arabic word with a hopeful meaning, and it is used by Muslim families in Somalia and abroad.
How do you pronounce Cawo?
Cawo is pronounced AH-woh.
Is Cawo a boy or girl name?
Cawo is usually a girl name.