Jawharah
Jawharah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “A jewel, precious gem”.
| Meaning | A jewel, precious gem |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | جوهرة |
| Pronunciation | JAW-ha-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Jawharah
Jawharah adds an 'h' to Jawhara to represent the feminine ending of the Arabic word. It means a jewel, and the word itself travelled into Arabic from Persian, where a gem is called gawhar. Over several generations, women of the Saudi royal house have borne it. That association has given it a classic, dignified feel across Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the other Gulf states.
Is Jawharah a Muslim name?
Gulf Muslim families give Jawharah to daughters, calling them a precious gem.
How popular is Jawharah?
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the other Gulf states are where this spelling thrives.
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Spellings and variants of Jawharah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jawharah mean?
Jawharah means 'A jewel, precious gem'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Jawharah a Muslim name?
Gulf Muslim families give Jawharah to daughters, calling them a precious gem.
How do you pronounce Jawharah?
Jawharah is pronounced JAW-ha-rah.
Is Jawharah a boy or girl name?
Jawharah is usually a girl name.