Juwairiyah
Juwairiyah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Young girl, little maiden”.
| Meaning | Young girl, little maiden |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | جويرية |
| Pronunciation | joo-WAI-ree-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | India, Pakistan, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Juwairiyah
This spelling of Juwayriya adds a final h to show the Arabic feminine ending. At root it is a diminutive formed from jāriya, the Arabic for a girl, so it means a little maiden. Families pick it to honour Juwayriya bint al-Ḥārith, one of the Prophet's ﷺ wives. A well-known hadith records how he praised her remembrance of Allah and taught her a short dhikr of glorification that weighs as much as all creation.
Is Juwairiyah a Muslim name?
The name honours a Mother of the Believers whose devotion is remembered in a famous hadith on dhikr. It is a respected choice among Muslim families.
How popular is Juwairiyah?
Muslim families in South Asia and English-speaking Muslims use this spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Juwairiyah mean?
Juwairiyah means 'Young girl, little maiden'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Juwairiyah a Muslim name?
The name honours a Mother of the Believers whose devotion is remembered in a famous hadith on dhikr. It is a respected choice among Muslim families.
How do you pronounce Juwairiyah?
Juwairiyah is pronounced joo-WAI-ree-yah.
Is Juwairiyah a boy or girl name?
Juwairiyah is usually a girl name.