Sawdah
Sawdah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of a Mother of the Believers”.
| Meaning | Name of a Mother of the Believers |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سودة |
| Pronunciation | SAW-dah |
| Arabic root | س و د (s-w-d) — to be dark; to be a leader |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sawdah
Sawdah is a spelling of Sawda, with the final h marking the Arabic feminine ending. It honours Sawda bint Zamʿa, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ who was among the first Muslims and who cared for his household after Khadija's death. In Swahili-speaking East Africa the name is commonly written Sauda.
Is Sawdah a Muslim name?
Yes. Sawdah is a Muslim name honouring Sawda bint Zamʿa, a Mother of the Believers.
Where is the name Sawdah used?
Used across the Muslim world, often chosen as a name of the Prophet's wives.
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Spellings and variants of Sawdah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sawdah mean?
Sawdah means 'Name of a Mother of the Believers'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sawdah a Muslim name?
Yes. Sawdah is a Muslim name honouring Sawda bint Zamʿa, a Mother of the Believers.
How do you write Sawdah in Arabic?
Sawdah is written سودة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sawdah?
Sawdah is pronounced SAW-dah.