Waris
Waris is a Muslim girl name meaning “Desert flower”.
| Meaning | Desert flower |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali |
| Pronunciation | WAH-ris |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Waris
Waris is a Somali girls' name explained as 'desert flower', a meaning made widely known by the Somali model and campaigner Waris Dirie in her memoir of that title. It is a separate name from the Arabic boys' name Wārith (heir), which South Asians often spell Waris. In Somali families it is used for girls.
Is Waris a Muslim name?
Waris is a name used by Muslim Somali families for girls. As a Somali name it means 'desert flower'; the Arabic Waris (Wārith, heir) is a different name used for boys.
Where is the name Waris used?
Used by Somalis; in Pakistan and India Waris is a boys' name from Arabic Wārith.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Waris mean?
Waris means 'Desert flower'. It comes from Somali.
Is Waris a Muslim name?
Waris is a name used by Muslim Somali families for girls. As a Somali name it means 'desert flower'; the Arabic Waris (Wārith, heir) is a different name used for boys.
How do you pronounce Waris?
Waris is pronounced WAH-ris.