Sakhawat
Sakhawat is a Muslim boy name meaning “Generosity, open-handedness”.
| Meaning | Generosity, open-handedness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Urdu / Persian, from Arabic sakhāwa |
| Arabic spelling | سخاوت |
| Pronunciation | sa-KHAA-wat |
| Arabic root | س خ و (s-kh-w) — to be generous |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sakhawat
Sakhawat is the Urdu and Persian form of Arabic sakhāwa, generosity. In Persian and Urdu the Arabic final -a is pronounced -at, giving Sakhawat. Generosity is one of the most praised qualities in Islamic ethics, and the name is used on its own or in compounds such as Sakhawat Hussain, common among Muslims in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
Is Sakhawat a Muslim name?
Yes. Sakhawat is a Muslim name from Arabic meaning generosity, used mainly in South Asia.
Where is the name Sakhawat used?
Used mostly in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, often in compounds like Sakhawat Ali or Sakhawat Hussain.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sakhawat mean?
Sakhawat means 'Generosity, open-handedness'. It comes from Urdu / Persian, from Arabic sakhāwa.
Is Sakhawat a Muslim name?
Yes. Sakhawat is a Muslim name from Arabic meaning generosity, used mainly in South Asia.
How do you write Sakhawat in Arabic?
Sakhawat is written سخاوت in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sakhawat?
Sakhawat is pronounced sa-KHAA-wat.