فدوى

Fadwa

girlArabic

Fadwa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Self-sacrifice, devotion”.

MeaningSelf-sacrifice, devotion
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingفدوى
Pronunciationfad-WAH
Arabic rootف د ي (f-d-y) — to ransom, to sacrifice oneself for
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Fadwa

Fadwa is an Arabic name meaning self-sacrifice, from the same root as fidāʾ (ransom) and Fadi. It suggests someone who gives herself for others. A celebrated bearer was the Palestinian poet Fadwā Ṭūqān of Nablus, often called the 'Poet of Palestine'.

Is Fadwa a Muslim name?

Yes. Fadwa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning self-sacrifice.

Where is the name Fadwa used?

Common in Palestine, Jordan, Egypt and North Africa.

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Spellings and variants of Fadwa

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Fadwa mean?

Fadwa means 'Self-sacrifice, devotion'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Fadwa a Muslim name?

Yes. Fadwa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning self-sacrifice.

How do you write Fadwa in Arabic?

Fadwa is written فدوى in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Fadwa?

Fadwa is pronounced fad-WAH.

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