Tawous
Tawous is a Muslim boy name meaning “Peacock”.
| Meaning | Peacock |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (from Persian / Greek) |
| Arabic spelling | طاووس |
| Pronunciation | tah-WOOS |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Tawous
Tawous is a spelling of Ṭāwūs, the Arabic word for peacock, which came into Arabic from Persian and ultimately Greek. As a name it is famous through Ṭāwūs ibn Kaysān, a leading Successor (tābiʿī) of Yemen and student of Ibn ʿAbbās, known for his piety and hadith knowledge. Today the name is rare.
Is Tawous a Muslim name?
Yes. Tawous (Ṭāwūs) is a Muslim name, known from the early scholar Ṭāwūs ibn Kaysān.
Where is the name Tawous used?
Rare today; historically known in Yemen and the Hijaz.
Gifts with the name Tawous
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Spellings and variants of Tawous
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tawous mean?
Tawous means 'Peacock'. It comes from Arabic (from Persian / Greek).
Is Tawous a Muslim name?
Yes. Tawous (Ṭāwūs) is a Muslim name, known from the early scholar Ṭāwūs ibn Kaysān.
How do you write Tawous in Arabic?
Tawous is written طاووس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tawous?
Tawous is pronounced tah-WOOS.