Jawad
Jawad is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Generous, liberal”.
| Meaning | Generous, liberal |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | جواد |
| Pronunciation | ja-WAAD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iraq, Iran, Pakistan, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Jawad
Jawād describes a generous person and can also mean an excellent, swift horse. Both senses grow from a root about excellence and giving, the idea of offering the best freely. Twelver Shia Muslims know it as the title of their ninth Imam, Muhammad al-Jawād, also called al-Taqī. Persian speakers shift the 'w' to a 'v', so Iranians say and write Javad, while Iraqis, Pakistanis and Lebanese keep Jawad.
Is Jawad a Muslim name?
Jawad is an Arabic name that Sunni and Shia parents alike choose for its generous meaning.
How popular is Jawad?
Iraqis, Pakistanis, Lebanese and North Africans use it, and Iranians say Javad.
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Spellings and variants of Jawad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jawad mean?
Jawad means 'Generous, liberal'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Jawad a Muslim name?
Jawad is an Arabic name that Sunni and Shia parents alike choose for its generous meaning.
How do you pronounce Jawad?
Jawad is pronounced ja-WAAD.
Is Jawad a boy or girl name?
Jawad is usually a boy name.