Wais
Wais is a Muslim boy name meaning “Usually explained as 'gift' or 'little wolf'”.
| Meaning | Usually explained as 'gift' or 'little wolf' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ویس |
| Pronunciation | WAYS |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Wais
Wais is the Afghan and Persian form of the Arabic Uways, the diminutive of Aws, which is usually explained as 'gift' or 'wolf'. The name is honoured because of Uways al-Qaranī of Yemen, a devoted early Muslim whom the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ praised although they never met. In Afghanistan the name also recalls Mirwais Hotak, founder of the Hotak dynasty.
Is Wais a Muslim name?
Yes. Wais is a Muslim name, the Afghan form of Uways, after the famous early Muslim Uways al-Qarani.
Where is the name Wais used?
Common in Afghanistan; Owais and Awais are the usual spellings in Pakistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wais mean?
Wais means 'Usually explained as 'gift' or 'little wolf''. It comes from Arabic.
Is Wais a Muslim name?
Yes. Wais is a Muslim name, the Afghan form of Uways, after the famous early Muslim Uways al-Qarani.
How do you write Wais in Arabic?
Wais is written ویس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Wais?
Wais is pronounced WAYS.