Nashwan
Nashwan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Joyful, elated, delighted”.
| Meaning | Joyful, elated, delighted |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نشوان |
| Pronunciation | nash-WAAN |
| Arabic root | ن ش و (n-sh-w) — to be elated |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nashwan
Nashwan (Nashwān) is the masculine counterpart of Nashwa and means a man full of joy and high spirits. It is especially associated with Yemen through Nashwān ibn Saʿīd al-Ḥimyarī, the twelfth-century Yemeni scholar and lexicographer. The name is used in Yemen, Iraq and the Gulf.
Is Nashwan a Muslim name?
Yes. Nashwan is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning joyful, with a well-known Yemeni scholar among its bearers.
Where is the name Nashwan used?
Used mainly in Yemen, Iraq and the Gulf.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nashwan mean?
Nashwan means 'Joyful, elated, delighted'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Nashwan a Muslim name?
Yes. Nashwan is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning joyful, with a well-known Yemeni scholar among its bearers.
How do you write Nashwan in Arabic?
Nashwan is written نشوان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nashwan?
Nashwan is pronounced nash-WAAN.