Mawaddah
Mawaddah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Love, affection”.
| Meaning | Love, affection |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مودّة |
| Pronunciation | ma-WAD-dah |
| Arabic root | و د د (w-d-d) — to love |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mawaddah
Mawaddah means love and warm affection. It comes from the same root as al-Wadūd, the Loving, one of the names of Allah. The word is best known from the Quranic verse describing marriage, which makes it a favourite girl's name in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Arab world.
Is Mawaddah a Muslim name?
Yes. Mawaddah is a Quranic Arabic word meaning love and affection, and it is a popular Muslim girl's name.
Is Mawaddah in the Quran?
The word appears in the verse on marriage: 'and He placed between you affection and mercy' (Quran 30:21).
Where is the name Mawaddah used?
Especially popular in Malaysia and Indonesia, and used across the Arab world.
Gifts with the name Mawaddah
- Mawaddah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Mawaddah baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Mawaddah
Read more
More girl names like Mawaddah
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mawaddah mean?
Mawaddah means 'Love, affection'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mawaddah a Muslim name?
Yes. Mawaddah is a Quranic Arabic word meaning love and affection, and it is a popular Muslim girl's name.
How do you write Mawaddah in Arabic?
Mawaddah is written مودّة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mawaddah?
Mawaddah is pronounced ma-WAD-dah.
Is Mawaddah mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the verse on marriage: 'and He placed between you affection and mercy' (Quran 30:21).