Fedwa
Fedwa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Self-sacrifice; ransom”.
| Meaning | Self-sacrifice; ransom |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Maghrebi pronunciation |
| Arabic spelling | فدوى |
| Pronunciation | FED-wah |
| Arabic root | ف د ي (f-d-y) — to ransom, to sacrifice |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fedwa
Fedwa is the North African spelling of Fadwā, reflecting the Moroccan and Algerian tendency to pronounce the first a as e. The meaning is self-sacrifice, giving oneself for a loved one. Fadoua is another common Moroccan spelling.
Is Fedwa a Muslim name?
Yes. Fedwa is a Muslim name, the Maghrebi form of the Arabic Fadwa.
Is Fedwa in the Quran?
The root appears in 'And We ransomed him (fadaynāhu) with a great sacrifice' (Quran 37:107).
Where is the name Fedwa used?
Used in Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia.
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Spellings and variants of Fedwa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fedwa mean?
Fedwa means 'Self-sacrifice; ransom'. It comes from Arabic, Maghrebi pronunciation.
Is Fedwa a Muslim name?
Yes. Fedwa is a Muslim name, the Maghrebi form of the Arabic Fadwa.
How do you write Fedwa in Arabic?
Fedwa is written فدوى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fedwa?
Fedwa is pronounced FED-wah.
Is Fedwa mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'And We ransomed him (fadaynāhu) with a great sacrifice' (Quran 37:107).