Orwa
Orwa is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “A firm handhold, support”.
| Meaning | A firm handhold, support |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عروة |
| Pronunciation | OR-wah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Gulf States, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Orwa
Orwa, more strictly ʿUrwa, is the Arabic name for a grip or handle, such as the ring on a cup or anything you can hold on to tightly, from a root meaning to take hold. The name became famous through ʿUrwa ibn al-Zubayr, a son of Asmāʾ bint Abī Bakr who became one of the great scholars of Madinah. The Companion ʿUrwa ibn Masʿūd al-Thaqafī also bore it.
Is Orwa a Muslim name?
Orwa was carried by early Muslims and recalls the Quranic image of one who 'has grasped the most firm handhold (al-ʿurwat al-wuthqa)' (Quran 2:256).
How popular is Orwa?
Orwa is used in Syria, Jordan, Palestine, Egypt and the Gulf.
Gifts with the name Orwa
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Spellings and variants of Orwa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Orwa mean?
Orwa means 'A firm handhold, support'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Orwa a Muslim name?
Orwa was carried by early Muslims and recalls the Quranic image of one who 'has grasped the most firm handhold (al-ʿurwat al-wuthqa)' (Quran 2:256).
How do you pronounce Orwa?
Orwa is pronounced OR-wah.
Is Orwa a boy or girl name?
Orwa is usually a boy name.