Ward
Ward is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Roses, rose blossoms”.
| Meaning | Roses, rose blossoms |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ورد |
| Pronunciation | WARD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Ward
Ward is the Arabic word for roses as a group, while one rose is warda. In Egypt and the Levant it is given to girls, though Warda is the more familiar form, made famous by the singer Warda al-Jazairia. A related word from the same root is wird, the daily portion of Quran recitation or remembrance that many Muslims keep. The name is short, simple and floral.
Is Ward a Muslim name?
Arab Muslim families sometimes use Ward, meaning roses, though most prefer the form Warda.
How popular is Ward?
Girls in Egypt, Palestine, Lebanon and Syria are occasionally given this name.
Gifts with the name Ward
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Spellings and variants of Ward
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ward mean?
Ward means 'Roses, rose blossoms'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ward a Muslim name?
Arab Muslim families sometimes use Ward, meaning roses, though most prefer the form Warda.
How do you pronounce Ward?
Ward is pronounced WARD.
Is Ward a boy or girl name?
Ward is usually a girl name.