Sauda
Sauda is a Muslim girl name meaning “Dark-complexioned; noble lady”.
| Meaning | Dark-complexioned; noble lady |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Swahili form of Arabic Sawda |
| Arabic spelling | سودة |
| Pronunciation | SOW-dah |
| Arabic root | س و د (s-w-d) — black; also lordship, eminence |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sauda
Sauda is the East African spelling of Sawda, the name of Sawda bint Zamʿa, the second wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ after Khadīja and one of the Mothers of the Believers. The root s-w-d gives both 'black' and siyāda (leadership), so the name is understood as both a dark beauty and a woman of standing. Swahili writes the aw diphthong as au.
Is Sauda a Muslim name?
Yes. Sauda is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Sawda, honouring Sawda bint Zamʿa, a Mother of the Believers.
Where is the name Sauda used?
Common among Swahili-speaking Muslims in Tanzania, Kenya and Zanzibar.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sauda mean?
Sauda means 'Dark-complexioned; noble lady'. It comes from Swahili form of Arabic Sawda.
Is Sauda a Muslim name?
Yes. Sauda is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Sawda, honouring Sawda bint Zamʿa, a Mother of the Believers.
How do you write Sauda in Arabic?
Sauda is written سودة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sauda?
Sauda is pronounced SOW-dah.