Doaa
Doaa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Supplication, prayer to God”.
| Meaning | Supplication, prayer to God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | دعاء |
| Pronunciation | doo-AH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, Sudan |
Meaning and origin of Doaa
Doaa is the spelling Egyptians usually use for the Arabic duʿāʾ, the personal plea a believer addresses to God. Its root means to call or invoke. Duʿāʾ differs from the formal ritual prayer, since it may be made at any moment and in any language. The o in the spelling reflects how the name is usually written in Egypt, while other countries tend to prefer Dua or Duaa.
Is Doaa a Muslim name?
Doaa is an Arabic Muslim name for supplication, a central part of Islamic worship, and its root is found in 'Call upon Me; I will respond to you' (Quran 40:60).
How popular is Doaa?
It is particularly popular in Egypt, where this spelling is standard, and is common across the Arab world.
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Spellings and variants of Doaa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Doaa mean?
Doaa means 'Supplication, prayer to God'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Doaa a Muslim name?
Doaa is an Arabic Muslim name for supplication, a central part of Islamic worship, and its root is found in 'Call upon Me; I will respond to you' (Quran 40:60).
How do you pronounce Doaa?
Doaa is pronounced doo-AH.
Is Doaa a boy or girl name?
Doaa is usually a girl name.