Ghous
Ghous is a Muslim boy name meaning “Helper, rescuer; one who answers a call for help”.
| Meaning | Helper, rescuer; one who answers a call for help |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, South Asian pronunciation |
| Arabic spelling | غوث |
| Pronunciation | GHOWS |
| Arabic root | غ و ث (gh-w-th) — to help, to rescue |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ghous
Ghous is the Urdu pronunciation of Ghawth, help or rescue. In South Asian Sufi tradition al-Ghawth al-Aʿẓam, 'the greatest helper', is a title of the saint ʿAbd al-Qādir al-Jīlānī, which is why Ghous and Ghaus are popular among Barelvi and Sufi-leaning families. The th of Arabic becomes s in Urdu.
Is Ghous a Muslim name?
Yes. Ghous is a Muslim name, the South Asian form of the Arabic Ghawth, meaning helper.
Where is the name Ghous used?
Mostly used in Pakistan and India.
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Spellings and variants of Ghous
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ghous mean?
Ghous means 'Helper, rescuer; one who answers a call for help'. It comes from Arabic, South Asian pronunciation.
Is Ghous a Muslim name?
Yes. Ghous is a Muslim name, the South Asian form of the Arabic Ghawth, meaning helper.
How do you write Ghous in Arabic?
Ghous is written غوث in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ghous?
Ghous is pronounced GHOWS.