Sawda
Sawda is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “A Mother of the Believers”.
| Meaning | A Mother of the Believers |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سودة |
| Pronunciation | SAW-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | East Africa, Gulf States, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Sawda
Sawda is honoured as the name of Sawda bint Zamʿa, whom the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ married after Khadija died, making her his second wife. She accepted Islam early and had taken part in the emigration to Abyssinia. Later generations remembered her as generous and full of good humour. The name is connected to a root that covers both darkness and leadership, as in sayyid.
Is Sawda a Muslim name?
Sawda is an Islamic name that honours Sawda bint Zamʿa, who is counted among the Mothers of the Believers.
How popular is Sawda?
It is used throughout the Muslim world, and East Africans often write it Sauda.
Gifts with the name Sawda
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Spellings and variants of Sawda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sawda mean?
Sawda means 'A Mother of the Believers'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Sawda a Muslim name?
Sawda is an Islamic name that honours Sawda bint Zamʿa, who is counted among the Mothers of the Believers.
How do you pronounce Sawda?
Sawda is pronounced SAW-dah.
Is Sawda a boy or girl name?
Sawda is usually a girl name.