Cawo

girlSomali

Cawo is a Muslim girl name meaning “Good fortune, luck”.

MeaningGood fortune, luck
GenderGirl
OriginSomali
PronunciationAH-woh
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Cawo

Cawo is a traditional Somali girls' name from the Somali word for good luck or fortune. In Somali spelling the letter c stands for the Arabic ʿayn, a throaty sound at the start of the word, so it is not pronounced with a k. It is a long-established name among Somali families.

Is Cawo a Muslim name?

Yes, Cawo is used by Muslim families in Somalia and the Somali diaspora. It is a Somali word rather than Arabic, with a hopeful meaning of good fortune.

Where is the name Cawo used?

Common among Somalis in Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia and Kenya.

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Spellings and variants of Cawo

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Cawo mean?

Cawo means 'Good fortune, luck'. It comes from Somali.

Is Cawo a Muslim name?

Yes, Cawo is used by Muslim families in Somalia and the Somali diaspora. It is a Somali word rather than Arabic, with a hopeful meaning of good fortune.

How do you pronounce Cawo?

Cawo is pronounced AH-woh.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.