جوهرة

Jawhara

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Jawhara is a Muslim girl name meaning “Jewel, precious gem”.

MeaningJewel, precious gem
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingجوهرة
PronunciationJAW-ha-rah
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Jawhara

Jawhara is the feminine of jawhar and simply means 'a jewel' or 'a gem'. It is a long-established girls' name in the Gulf and the Maghreb, where it is felt as an affectionate way of calling a daughter something precious. In Morocco and Algeria it is often pronounced Jouhara.

Is Jawhara a Muslim name?

Yes. Jawhara is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, especially in Saudi Arabia and North Africa. It has a simple positive meaning.

Where is the name Jawhara used?

Popular in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf, and well known in Morocco and Algeria as Jouhara.

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Spellings and variants of Jawhara

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Jawhara mean?

Jawhara means 'Jewel, precious gem'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Jawhara a Muslim name?

Yes. Jawhara is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, especially in Saudi Arabia and North Africa. It has a simple positive meaning.

How do you write Jawhara in Arabic?

Jawhara is written جوهرة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Jawhara?

Jawhara is pronounced JAW-ha-rah.

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