Awais
Awais is a Muslim boy name meaning “Little wolf; little gift”.
| Meaning | Little wolf; little gift |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أويس |
| Pronunciation | oo-WAYS |
| Arabic root | أ و س (ʾ-w-s) |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Awais
Awais is a South Asian spelling of Uways, the diminutive of Aws, an old Arabic word for wolf (and also explained as 'gift'). It is loved because of Uways al-Qaranī, a Yemeni ascetic of the Prophet's time whom the Prophet ﷺ praised for his devotion to his mother.
Is Awais a Muslim name?
Yes. Awais is a Muslim name, the South Asian form of Uways, after the revered Uways al-Qarani.
Where is the name Awais used?
Very common in Pakistan and India.
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Spellings and variants of Awais
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Awais mean?
Awais means 'Little wolf; little gift'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Awais a Muslim name?
Yes. Awais is a Muslim name, the South Asian form of Uways, after the revered Uways al-Qarani.
How do you write Awais in Arabic?
Awais is written أويس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Awais?
Awais is pronounced oo-WAYS.