Alawi
Alawi is a Muslim boy name meaning “Of ʿAli; descendant of ʿAli”.
| Meaning | Of ʿAli; descendant of ʿAli |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | علوي |
| Pronunciation | ah-LAH-wee |
| Arabic root | ع ل و (ʿ-l-w) — height, elevation |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Alawi
Alawi (ʿAlawī) is a nisba meaning 'belonging to ʿAli', and it traditionally marks descendants of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib. In Yemen's Hadramawt and in East Africa the Bā ʿAlawī sayyids made ʿAlawī a well-known given name and surname, and Morocco's ruling dynasty is called the ʿAlawī dynasty. It should not be confused with the Alawite religious community of Syria.
Is Alawi a Muslim name?
Yes. Alawi is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, meaning 'of ʿAli', traditionally associated with families descended from ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib.
Where is the name Alawi used?
Used in Yemen, the Gulf, East Africa and Indonesia (as Alwi), and as Alavi in Iran and South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alawi mean?
Alawi means 'Of ʿAli; descendant of ʿAli'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Alawi a Muslim name?
Yes. Alawi is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, meaning 'of ʿAli', traditionally associated with families descended from ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib.
How do you write Alawi in Arabic?
Alawi is written علوي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Alawi?
Alawi is pronounced ah-LAH-wee.