Jawhar
Jawhar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Jewel, gem; essence”.
| Meaning | Jewel, gem; essence |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, from Persian gawhar |
| Arabic spelling | جوهر |
| Pronunciation | JAW-har |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Jawhar
Jawhar entered Arabic from Persian gawhar, 'jewel', and in Arabic it also took on the philosophical sense of 'essence' or 'substance'. The best-known bearer is Jawhar al-Ṣiqillī, the Fatimid general who conquered Egypt in 969 and founded the city of Cairo and its al-Azhar mosque. In South Asia the Urdu form is Jauhar, as in the scholar-activist Muhammad Ali Jauhar.
Is Jawhar a Muslim name?
Yes. Jawhar is a name used by Muslims since early Islamic times and is part of Arabic vocabulary, though the word itself is of Persian origin.
Where is the name Jawhar used?
Found across the Arab world and South Asia; Jowhar is also the name of a town in Somalia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jawhar mean?
Jawhar means 'Jewel, gem; essence'. It comes from Arabic, from Persian gawhar.
Is Jawhar a Muslim name?
Yes. Jawhar is a name used by Muslims since early Islamic times and is part of Arabic vocabulary, though the word itself is of Persian origin.
How do you write Jawhar in Arabic?
Jawhar is written جوهر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jawhar?
Jawhar is pronounced JAW-har.