Radwa
Radwa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “A mountain near Madinah”.
| Meaning | A mountain near Madinah |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | رضوى |
| Pronunciation | RAD-wah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Radwa
Radwa, or Raḍwā, takes its name from a mountain range in western Arabia close to Yanbuʿ, on the road toward Madinah. Classical Arab poets held it up as an emblem of steadiness and grandeur, and sayings about the blessings of the region mention it. As a girl's name it is especially loved in Egypt. The novelist Radwa Ashour is one of its best-known bearers.
Is Radwa a Muslim name?
Radwa is a traditional Arabic name that Muslim families use, taken from a mountain in the Hijaz.
How popular is Radwa?
It is most popular in Egypt and also used in the Levant and the Gulf.
Gifts with the name Radwa
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Spellings and variants of Radwa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Radwa mean?
Radwa means 'A mountain near Madinah'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Radwa a Muslim name?
Radwa is a traditional Arabic name that Muslim families use, taken from a mountain in the Hijaz.
How do you pronounce Radwa?
Radwa is pronounced RAD-wah.
Is Radwa a boy or girl name?
Radwa is usually a girl name.