جوہر

Jauhar

boyArabic (from Persian gawhar)

Jauhar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Jewel, essence”.

MeaningJewel, essence
GenderBoy
OriginArabic (from Persian gawhar)
Arabic spellingجوہر
PronunciationJOW-har
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Jauhar

Jauhar is a Malay and South Asian spelling of Arabic jawhar, itself borrowed from Persian gawhar, 'jewel'. It means a precious stone and also the essence or true nature of something. The Indian Muslim leader Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar used it as his pen name.

Is Jauhar a Muslim name?

Yes. Jauhar is used by Muslim families, especially in South and Southeast Asia, for its meaning of jewel or essence.

Where is the name Jauhar used?

Used in Pakistan, India, Malaysia and Indonesia.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Jauhar mean?

Jauhar means 'Jewel, essence'. It comes from Arabic (from Persian gawhar).

Is Jauhar a Muslim name?

Yes. Jauhar is used by Muslim families, especially in South and Southeast Asia, for its meaning of jewel or essence.

How do you write Jauhar in Arabic?

Jauhar is written جوہر in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Jauhar?

Jauhar is pronounced JOW-har.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.