Uwais
Uwais is a Muslim boy name meaning “Little wolf; little gift”.
| Meaning | Little wolf; little gift |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أويس |
| Pronunciation | oo-WAIS |
| Arabic root | أ و س (ʾ-w-s) — wolf; gift |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Uwais
Uwais (Uways) is the diminutive of aws, which means both wolf and gift. It is honoured through Uways al-Qaranī of Yemen, who believed in the Prophet ﷺ but never met him because he stayed to care for his mother; a hadith in Sahih Muslim praises him and tells Companions to seek his prayers. He is thus a Tabiʿi, not a Companion.
Is Uwais a Muslim name?
Yes. Uwais is a Muslim name made beloved by Uways al-Qaranī, praised by the Prophet ﷺ for his devotion to his mother.
Where is the name Uwais used?
Very popular in Pakistan (often Owais or Awais) and India.
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Spellings and variants of Uwais
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Uwais mean?
Uwais means 'Little wolf; little gift'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Uwais a Muslim name?
Yes. Uwais is a Muslim name made beloved by Uways al-Qaranī, praised by the Prophet ﷺ for his devotion to his mother.
How do you write Uwais in Arabic?
Uwais is written أويس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Uwais?
Uwais is pronounced oo-WAIS.