Mawar
Mawar is a Muslim girl name of Malay / Indonesian origin, meaning “A rose”.
| Meaning | A rose |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Malay / Indonesian |
| Pronunciation | MAH-war |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Mawar
In Malay and Indonesian, mawar is the everyday word for a rose. Language scholars usually trace it back to the Persian māward, rosewater, which merchants carried to the Malay world. As a personal name it goes to girls in Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei, either alone or joined with another word, as in Mawar Sari. It suits families who like nature names with a soft, simple sound.
Is Mawar a Muslim name?
Mawar is Malay rather than Arabic, but Muslim families in Malaysia and Indonesia use it, and Warda and Zahra are Arabic flower names with a similar feel.
How popular is Mawar?
Given in Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei.
Gifts with the name Mawar
- Mawar name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Mawar baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mawar mean?
Mawar means 'A rose'. It is of Malay / Indonesian origin.
Is Mawar a Muslim name?
Mawar is Malay rather than Arabic, but Muslim families in Malaysia and Indonesia use it, and Warda and Zahra are Arabic flower names with a similar feel.
How do you pronounce Mawar?
Mawar is pronounced MAH-war.
Is Mawar a boy or girl name?
Mawar is usually a girl name.