Orwa
Orwa is a Muslim boy name meaning “Handhold, firm support”.
| Meaning | Handhold, firm support |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عروة |
| Pronunciation | OR-wah |
| Arabic root | ع ر و (ʿ-r-w) — to take hold of |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Orwa
Orwa is a spelling of ʿUrwa, the Arabic word for a handle or handhold, such as the loop of a cup or a firm grip. The name is famous through ʿUrwa ibn al-Zubayr, son of Asmāʾ bint Abī Bakr and one of the leading scholars of Madinah, and through the Companion ʿUrwa ibn Masʿūd al-Thaqafī.
Is Orwa a Muslim name?
Yes. Orwa (ʿUrwa) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by early Muslims and linked to a well-known Quranic image.
Is Orwa in the Quran?
The word appears in 'whoever disbelieves in false gods and believes in Allah has grasped the most firm handhold (al-ʿurwat al-wuthqa)' (Quran 2:256).
Where is the name Orwa used?
Used in Syria, Jordan, Palestine, Egypt and the Gulf.
Gifts with the name Orwa
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Spellings and variants of Orwa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Orwa mean?
Orwa means 'Handhold, firm support'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Orwa a Muslim name?
Yes. Orwa (ʿUrwa) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by early Muslims and linked to a well-known Quranic image.
How do you write Orwa in Arabic?
Orwa is written عروة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Orwa?
Orwa is pronounced OR-wah.
Is Orwa mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'whoever disbelieves in false gods and believes in Allah has grasped the most firm handhold (al-ʿurwat al-wuthqa)' (Quran 2:256).