Saudat
Saudat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Sawda, Mother of the Believers”.
| Meaning | Sawda, Mother of the Believers |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Nigerian form of Arabic Sawda |
| Arabic spelling | سودة |
| Pronunciation | SOW-daht |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Saudat
Saudat is the Nigerian form of Sawda, with the Arabic feminine ending pronounced as -at. Sawda bint Zamʿa was the first woman the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ married after Khadīja's death, an early convert who had migrated to Abyssinia. She is remembered for her generosity and good humour. The name is common among Yoruba and Hausa Muslims alike.
Is Saudat a Muslim name?
Yes. Saudat is a Muslim name, a Nigerian form of Sawda, honouring Sawda bint Zamʿa, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Saudat used?
Common among Yoruba and Hausa Muslims in Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saudat mean?
Saudat means 'Sawda, Mother of the Believers'. It comes from Nigerian form of Arabic Sawda.
Is Saudat a Muslim name?
Yes. Saudat is a Muslim name, a Nigerian form of Sawda, honouring Sawda bint Zamʿa, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Saudat in Arabic?
Saudat is written سودة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Saudat?
Saudat is pronounced SOW-daht.