Uwais
Uwais is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Little wolf; little gift”.
| Meaning | Little wolf; little gift |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أويس |
| Pronunciation | oo-WAIS |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Uwais
Uwais, or Uways, is a diminutive of aws, a word with two meanings, wolf and gift. It is loved for Uways al-Qaranī of Yemen. He accepted the Prophet's ﷺ message yet never met him, because he would not leave his mother, who needed his care. A hadith recorded in Sahih Muslim speaks highly of him and urges the Companions to ask for his prayers. He is counted as a Tabiʿi, not a Companion.
Is Uwais a Muslim name?
Uwais is dear to Muslims because of Uways al-Qaranī, whose devotion to his mother the Prophet ﷺ praised.
How popular is Uwais?
It is very popular in Pakistan, often spelled Owais or Awais, and in India.
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Spellings and variants of Uwais
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Uwais mean?
Uwais means 'Little wolf; little gift'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Uwais a Muslim name?
Uwais is dear to Muslims because of Uways al-Qaranī, whose devotion to his mother the Prophet ﷺ praised.
How do you pronounce Uwais?
Uwais is pronounced oo-WAIS.
Is Uwais a boy or girl name?
Uwais is usually a boy name.