Marwah
Marwah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Flint stone; a hill in Makkah”.
| Meaning | Flint stone; a hill in Makkah |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | مروة |
| Pronunciation | MAR-wah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Marwah
Marwah is Marwa with the final Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa written as an 'h'. It names the hill of al-Marwa close to the Kaaba, where the saʿy, the walk between two hills during Hajj and ʿUmrah, comes to an end. The word comes from the root m-r-w, a hard white stone. Families in Malaysia and Indonesia, and many English-speaking Muslims, prefer this form.
Is Marwah a Muslim name?
Like Marwa, this name points to the hill in Makkah that the Quran names among God's sacred signs. 'Indeed, al-Ṣafā and al-Marwa are among the symbols of Allah' (Quran 2:158).
How popular is Marwah?
Common in Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan and the Gulf.
Gifts with the name Marwah
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Marwah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marwah mean?
Marwah means 'Flint stone; a hill in Makkah'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Marwah a Muslim name?
Like Marwa, this name points to the hill in Makkah that the Quran names among God's sacred signs. 'Indeed, al-Ṣafā and al-Marwa are among the symbols of Allah' (Quran 2:158).
How do you pronounce Marwah?
Marwah is pronounced MAR-wah.
Is Marwah a boy or girl name?
Marwah is usually a girl name.