Rawiyah
Rawiyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Narrator, transmitter of poetry or tradition”.
| Meaning | Narrator, transmitter of poetry or tradition |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | راوية |
| Pronunciation | RAH-wee-yah |
| Arabic root | ر و ي (r-w-y) — to narrate, to transmit; to quench |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rawiyah
Rawiyah (rāwiya) is the feminine of rāwī, a narrator who transmits poetry, stories or hadith. The ending '-a' can also mark intensity, so classical Arabs called a great memoriser of poetry a rāwiya. The same root also relates to quenching thirst. It is used as a girl's name in Egypt and the Gulf, often spelled Rawia or Rawya.
Is Rawiyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Rawiyah is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, meaning a narrator or transmitter of knowledge.
Where is the name Rawiyah used?
Found in Egypt, the Gulf and among Arab families elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rawiyah mean?
Rawiyah means 'Narrator, transmitter of poetry or tradition'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rawiyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Rawiyah is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, meaning a narrator or transmitter of knowledge.
How do you write Rawiyah in Arabic?
Rawiyah is written راوية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rawiyah?
Rawiyah is pronounced RAH-wee-yah.