Awa
Awa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Form of Hawwa (Eve), the first woman”.
| Meaning | Form of Hawwa (Eve), the first woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | West African form of Arabic Hawwa |
| Arabic spelling | حواء |
| Pronunciation | AH-wah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Awa
Awa is the West African form of Ḥawwāʾ, the name Islamic tradition gives to Eve, the wife of Ādam and mother of humanity. The Arabic ḥ is dropped in Wolof and Manding speech, leaving Awa. It is one of the most widespread women's names in Senegal, Mali and Guinea.
Is Awa a Muslim name?
Yes. Awa is a Muslim name, the West African form of Ḥawwāʾ (Eve), wife of Ādam.
Where is the name Awa used?
Very common in Senegal, Mali, Guinea, the Gambia and Côte d'Ivoire.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Awa mean?
Awa means 'Form of Hawwa (Eve), the first woman'. It comes from West African form of Arabic Hawwa.
Is Awa a Muslim name?
Yes. Awa is a Muslim name, the West African form of Ḥawwāʾ (Eve), wife of Ādam.
How do you write Awa in Arabic?
Awa is written حواء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Awa?
Awa is pronounced AH-wah.