Haawo
Haawo is a Muslim girl name meaning “Eve, mother of mankind”.
| Meaning | Eve, mother of mankind |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali form of Arabic Hawwa |
| Pronunciation | HAH-woh |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Haawo
Haawo is the Somali form of Ḥawwāʾ, Eve, the wife of the Prophet Ādam and mother of humankind. Somali changes the final long a to -o, as in other borrowed names. Ḥawwāʾ is usually connected with the Semitic word for life. The name is very common among Somali women.
Is Haawo a Muslim name?
Yes. Haawo is a Muslim name, the Somali form of Hawwa (Eve).
Where is the name Haawo used?
Very common in Somalia, Djibouti and the Somali diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haawo mean?
Haawo means 'Eve, mother of mankind'. It comes from Somali form of Arabic Hawwa.
Is Haawo a Muslim name?
Yes. Haawo is a Muslim name, the Somali form of Hawwa (Eve).
How do you pronounce Haawo?
Haawo is pronounced HAH-woh.