Twaha
Twaha is a Muslim boy name meaning “Ta Ha, opening letters of Surah 20”.
| Meaning | Ta Ha, opening letters of Surah 20 |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Quranic), Swahili spelling |
| Arabic spelling | طه |
| Pronunciation | TWAH-hah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Twaha
Twaha is the East African spelling of Ṭāhā, the two letters that open Surah 20 of the Quran. Swahili writes the emphatic Arabic ṭ as tw. The meaning of the letters is known only to God, but many Muslims treat Ṭāhā as one of the names of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is why it is used as a boys' name.
Is Twaha a Muslim name?
Yes. Twaha is a Muslim name, the Swahili spelling of Taha, from the opening of Surah Ta Ha.
Is Twaha in the Quran?
It is the opening of Surah 20: 'Ṭā Hā. We have not sent down the Quran to you to cause you distress' (Quran 20:1-2).
Where is the name Twaha used?
Used in Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda.
Gifts with the name Twaha
- Twaha name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Twaha baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Twaha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Twaha mean?
Twaha means 'Ta Ha, opening letters of Surah 20'. It comes from Arabic (Quranic), Swahili spelling.
Is Twaha a Muslim name?
Yes. Twaha is a Muslim name, the Swahili spelling of Taha, from the opening of Surah Ta Ha.
How do you write Twaha in Arabic?
Twaha is written طه in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Twaha?
Twaha is pronounced TWAH-hah.
Is Twaha mentioned in the Quran?
It is the opening of Surah 20: 'Ṭā Hā. We have not sent down the Quran to you to cause you distress' (Quran 20:1-2).