Salwa
Salwa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Solace and comfort”.
| Meaning | Solace and comfort |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سلوى |
| Pronunciation | SAL-wah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, North Africa, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Salwa
Salwa means the kind of comfort that soothes a grieving heart, from a root meaning to be consoled and to let sorrow fade. The very same word names the quails God sent to the Children of Israel in the desert together with manna, which adds a feeling of being looked after and relieved in hard times. For generations it has been a much-loved girl's name throughout the Arab world.
Is Salwa a Muslim name?
Salwa is an Islamic name meaning solace, and the word appears in the Quran: 'and We sent down to you manna and quails (al-mann wa al-salwā)' (Quran 2:57).
How popular is Salwa?
It is common across the Arab world, particularly in Egypt, the Levant and North Africa, and is also used in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Salwa
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Spellings and variants of Salwa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Salwa mean?
Salwa means 'Solace and comfort'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Salwa a Muslim name?
Salwa is an Islamic name meaning solace, and the word appears in the Quran: 'and We sent down to you manna and quails (al-mann wa al-salwā)' (Quran 2:57).
How do you pronounce Salwa?
Salwa is pronounced SAL-wah.
Is Salwa a boy or girl name?
Salwa is usually a girl name.