Aulia
Aulia is a Muslim girl name meaning “Friends of God, saints”.
| Meaning | Friends of God, saints |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Indonesian form |
| Arabic spelling | أولياء |
| Pronunciation | ow-LEE-ah |
| Arabic root | و ل ي (w-l-y) — closeness, protection |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Aulia
Aulia is the Indonesian form of Arabic awliyāʾ, plural of walī, 'friend, ally, protector', used especially for those close to God. In Indonesia the word is closely linked with the Wali Songo, the nine saints credited with spreading Islam in Java. As a girls' name it is a distinctly Indonesian usage.
Is Aulia a Muslim name?
Yes. Aulia is a Muslim name used in Indonesia, from the Arabic awliyāʾ, 'friends of God'.
Is Aulia in the Quran?
'Unquestionably, for the allies of Allah (awliyāʾ Allāh) there will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve' (Quran 10:62).
Where is the name Aulia used?
Popular in Indonesia, mostly for girls.
Gifts with the name Aulia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aulia mean?
Aulia means 'Friends of God, saints'. It comes from Arabic, Indonesian form.
Is Aulia a Muslim name?
Yes. Aulia is a Muslim name used in Indonesia, from the Arabic awliyāʾ, 'friends of God'.
How do you write Aulia in Arabic?
Aulia is written أولياء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aulia?
Aulia is pronounced ow-LEE-ah.
Is Aulia mentioned in the Quran?
'Unquestionably, for the allies of Allah (awliyāʾ Allāh) there will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve' (Quran 10:62).