Ghaus
Ghaus is a Muslim boy name meaning “Help, rescuer”.
| Meaning | Help, rescuer |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, South Asian spelling |
| Arabic spelling | غوث |
| Pronunciation | GHOWS |
| Arabic root | غ و ث (gh-w-th) — to rescue, to answer a cry for help |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ghaus
Ghaus is the Urdu pronunciation of the Arabic ghawth, help given to one who cries out. In Persian and Urdu the Arabic th is pronounced s, giving Ghaus. In Sufi tradition al-Ghawth al-Aʿẓam, 'the greatest helper', is a title of Shaykh ʿAbd al-Qādir al-Jīlānī, which is why the name is especially loved in South Asia, often as Ghaus Muhammad or Ghausuddin.
Is Ghaus a Muslim name?
Yes. Ghaus is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, widely used in Pakistan and India and connected with the honorific of ʿAbd al-Qādir al-Jīlānī.
Where is the name Ghaus used?
Common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, often in compounds such as Ghaus Bakhsh.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ghaus mean?
Ghaus means 'Help, rescuer'. It comes from Arabic, South Asian spelling.
Is Ghaus a Muslim name?
Yes. Ghaus is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, widely used in Pakistan and India and connected with the honorific of ʿAbd al-Qādir al-Jīlānī.
How do you write Ghaus in Arabic?
Ghaus is written غوث in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ghaus?
Ghaus is pronounced GHOWS.