Hawraa
Hawraa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Woman with striking dark and white eyes”.
| Meaning | Woman with striking dark and white eyes |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حوراء |
| Pronunciation | haw-RAA |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iraq, Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon |
Meaning and origin of Hawraa
Hawraa comes from the Arabic root ḥ-w-r, which refers to the vivid whiteness of the eye. It describes a woman whose very dark irises stand out against clear whites, a long-standing Arabic image of beauty. The plural of this word, ḥūr, names the companions of Paradise mentioned in the Quran. Shia Muslims know Fatima al-Zahra by the title al-Ḥawrāʾ al-Insiyya, so the name is especially cherished in Shia homes.
Is Hawraa a Muslim name?
Hawraa is linked to the Quranic word ḥūr, whose plural appears in 'and We will pair them with fair ones with wide eyes (ḥūrin ʿīn)' (Quran 44:54).
How popular is Hawraa?
It is a popular choice in Iraq, Bahrain, Kuwait and Lebanon, above all in Shia families.
Gifts with the name Hawraa
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Spellings and variants of Hawraa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hawraa mean?
Hawraa means 'Woman with striking dark and white eyes'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hawraa a Muslim name?
Hawraa is linked to the Quranic word ḥūr, whose plural appears in 'and We will pair them with fair ones with wide eyes (ḥūrin ʿīn)' (Quran 44:54).
How do you pronounce Hawraa?
Hawraa is pronounced haw-RAA.
Is Hawraa a boy or girl name?
Hawraa is usually a girl name.