Juwairiya
Juwairiya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Young girl, little maiden”.
| Meaning | Young girl, little maiden |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جويرية |
| Pronunciation | joo-WAI-ree-yah |
| Arabic root | ج ر ي (j-r-y) — jāriya, girl |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Juwairiya
Juwairiya is a spelling of Juwayriya, the diminutive of jāriya, 'girl'. Juwayriya bint al-Ḥārith was the daughter of the chief of Banu Muṣṭaliq; her marriage to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ led to the freeing of many of her people, and she became a Mother of the Believers known for her long devotions. The meaning 'damask rose' found online has no basis in Arabic.
Is Juwairiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Juwairiya is a Muslim name, the name of one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Juwairiya used?
Popular among South Asian Muslims and increasingly in the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Juwairiya mean?
Juwairiya means 'Young girl, little maiden'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Juwairiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Juwairiya is a Muslim name, the name of one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Juwairiya in Arabic?
Juwairiya is written جويرية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Juwairiya?
Juwairiya is pronounced joo-WAI-ree-yah.