Awawu
Awawu is a Muslim girl name meaning “Eve, mother of mankind”.
| Meaning | Eve, mother of mankind |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba form |
| Arabic spelling | حواء |
| Pronunciation | ah-WAH-woo |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Awawu
Awawu is the Yoruba form of Ḥawwāʾ (Eve). Yoruba drops the h and adds a final vowel, giving Awawu, also written Hawawu. Ḥawwāʾ was the wife of Prophet Ādam and mother of all people. Many Yoruba Muslim families in south-west Nigeria use it alongside other adapted Islamic names such as Asiyawu and Sinatu.
Is Awawu a Muslim name?
Yes. Awawu is the Yoruba form of Hawa, the Islamic name of Eve. It is a Muslim name among Yoruba families.
Where is the name Awawu used?
Common among Yoruba Muslims in south-west Nigeria and in Benin.
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Spellings and variants of Awawu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Awawu mean?
Awawu means 'Eve, mother of mankind'. It comes from Arabic, Yoruba form.
Is Awawu a Muslim name?
Yes. Awawu is the Yoruba form of Hawa, the Islamic name of Eve. It is a Muslim name among Yoruba families.
How do you write Awawu in Arabic?
Awawu is written حواء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Awawu?
Awawu is pronounced ah-WAH-woo.