Salwa
Salwa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Consolation, solace, comfort”.
| Meaning | Consolation, solace, comfort |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سلوى |
| Pronunciation | SAL-wah |
| Arabic root | س ل و (s-l-w) — to be consoled, to forget one's sorrow |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Salwa
Salwa is an Arabic word for the comfort that eases grief, from a root meaning to be consoled. The same word names the quails that God sent down to the Children of Israel in the desert alongside manna, so it also carries a sense of provision and relief. It has been a well-loved girl's name across the Arab world for generations.
Is Salwa a Muslim name?
Yes. Salwa is an Arabic Muslim name meaning solace or comfort, and the word itself appears in the Quran.
Is Salwa in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran for the quails sent to the Children of Israel: 'and We sent down to you manna and quails (al-mann wa al-salwā)' (Quran 2:57).
Where is the name Salwa used?
Common throughout the Arab world, especially in Egypt, the Levant and North Africa, and also used in South Asia.
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Spellings and variants of Salwa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Salwa mean?
Salwa means 'Consolation, solace, comfort'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Salwa a Muslim name?
Yes. Salwa is an Arabic Muslim name meaning solace or comfort, and the word itself appears in the Quran.
How do you write Salwa in Arabic?
Salwa is written سلوى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Salwa?
Salwa is pronounced SAL-wah.
Is Salwa mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran for the quails sent to the Children of Israel: 'and We sent down to you manna and quails (al-mann wa al-salwā)' (Quran 2:57).