Juwayriyah
Juwayriyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Young girl, little maiden”.
| Meaning | Young girl, little maiden |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جويرية |
| Pronunciation | joo-way-REE-yah |
| Arabic root | ج ر ي (j-r-y) — to run, to flow |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Juwayriyah
Juwayriyah is a diminutive of jāriya (girl, young woman), meaning 'little girl'. It was the name the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ gave to his wife Juwayriya bint al-Ḥārith of Banu Mustaliq, whose original name was Barra. Her marriage led to the freeing of many of her people, and she is honoured as a Mother of the Believers known for long remembrance of God.
Is Juwayriyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Juwayriyah is a Muslim name, borne by Juwayriya bint al-Ḥārith, one of the Mothers of the Believers.
Where is the name Juwayriyah used?
Chosen across the Muslim world as a Mother of the Believers name, especially in South Asia and among diaspora Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Juwayriyah mean?
Juwayriyah means 'Young girl, little maiden'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Juwayriyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Juwayriyah is a Muslim name, borne by Juwayriya bint al-Ḥārith, one of the Mothers of the Believers.
How do you write Juwayriyah in Arabic?
Juwayriyah is written جويرية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Juwayriyah?
Juwayriyah is pronounced joo-way-REE-yah.