Hawa
Hawa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Eve; life-giving”.
| Meaning | Eve; life-giving |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حواء |
| Pronunciation | HAH-wah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Tanzania, Kenya, Somalia, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Hawa
Hawa is a common way of spelling Ḥawwāʾ, the name Muslims give to Eve, wife of Adam. The Quran recounts the story of the first couple without naming her, so the name reached Muslims through hadith and later tradition. It is traditionally linked with life. Hawa is especially loved in East and West Africa, with Xaawo the Somali form and Awa the Wolof and Mandinka one.
Is Hawa a Muslim name?
Hawa is a Muslim name honouring Eve, the mother of humankind.
How popular is Hawa?
It is common in Tanzania, Kenya, Sudan, Somalia, West Africa and Afghanistan.
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Spellings and variants of Hawa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hawa mean?
Hawa means 'Eve; life-giving'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hawa a Muslim name?
Hawa is a Muslim name honouring Eve, the mother of humankind.
How do you pronounce Hawa?
Hawa is pronounced HAH-wah.
Is Hawa a boy or girl name?
Hawa is usually a girl name.