Ghaus
Ghaus is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, South Asian spelling origin, meaning “Help, rescuer”.
| Meaning | Help, rescuer |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, South Asian spelling |
| Written as | غوث |
| Pronunciation | GHOWS |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Ghaus
Ghaus represents the Arabic ghawth, meaning help given to someone who cries out, as it sounds in Urdu. Persian and Urdu say the Arabic th as s, which produces Ghaus. In Sufi tradition al-Ghawth al-Azam, the greatest helper, is a title of Shaykh Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani. That link is why the name is so cherished in South Asia, often in forms like Ghausuddin.
Is Ghaus a Muslim name?
Pakistani and Indian Muslims love Ghaus because it recalls the title of the great saint Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani.
How popular is Ghaus?
Ghaus is common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, often in compounds such as Ghaus Bakhsh.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ghaus mean?
Ghaus means 'Help, rescuer'. It is of Arabic, South Asian spelling origin.
Is Ghaus a Muslim name?
Pakistani and Indian Muslims love Ghaus because it recalls the title of the great saint Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani.
How do you pronounce Ghaus?
Ghaus is pronounced GHOWS.
Is Ghaus a boy or girl name?
Ghaus is usually a boy name.