Hawo
Hawo is a Muslim girl name meaning “Eve, mother of humankind”.
| Meaning | Eve, mother of humankind |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali form of Arabic Ḥawwāʾ |
| Arabic spelling | حواء |
| Pronunciation | HAH-woh |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hawo
Hawo is the Somali form of Ḥawwāʾ, Eve, the wife of Adam and the mother of humanity in Islamic tradition. The name is usually connected with life and living things. The Quran tells the story of Adam and his wife without naming her, but the name Ḥawwāʾ is well established in hadith and Islamic tradition.
Is Hawo a Muslim name?
Yes. Hawo is a Muslim name, the Somali form of Hawwa (Eve), the first woman.
Where is the name Hawo used?
A traditional and very common Somali girls' name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hawo mean?
Hawo means 'Eve, mother of humankind'. It comes from Somali form of Arabic Ḥawwāʾ.
Is Hawo a Muslim name?
Yes. Hawo is a Muslim name, the Somali form of Hawwa (Eve), the first woman.
How do you write Hawo in Arabic?
Hawo is written حواء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hawo?
Hawo is pronounced HAH-woh.