Muaawiyah
Muaawiyah is a Muslim boy name meaning “Traditionally explained as a young fox or howling cub”.
| Meaning | Traditionally explained as a young fox or howling cub |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | معاوية |
| Pronunciation | moo-AH-wee-yah |
| Arabic root | ع و ي (ʿ-w-y) — to howl, to call out |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Muaawiyah
Muaawiyah is a spelling of Muʿāwiya, an old Arabian name usually explained from a root meaning to howl, and associated by classical writers with a young fox or wolf cub. Pre-Islamic Arabs often gave tough animal names to boys. Its most famous bearer is Muʿāwiya ibn Abī Sufyān, a Companion and scribe of the Prophet ﷺ who founded the Umayyad caliphate.
Is Muaawiyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Muawiyah is an Arabic name borne by a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ and is used mainly by Sunni families.
Where is the name Muaawiyah used?
Used among Sunni families in the Gulf, the Levant and Pakistan; uncommon among Shia Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Muaawiyah mean?
Muaawiyah means 'Traditionally explained as a young fox or howling cub'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Muaawiyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Muawiyah is an Arabic name borne by a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ and is used mainly by Sunni families.
How do you write Muaawiyah in Arabic?
Muaawiyah is written معاوية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Muaawiyah?
Muaawiyah is pronounced moo-AH-wee-yah.