Xawa
Xawa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Eve, mother of mankind”.
| Meaning | Eve, mother of mankind |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Somali spelling |
| Arabic spelling | حواء |
| Pronunciation | HAH-wah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Xawa
Xawa is the Somali spelling of Ḥawwāʾ, the Islamic name of Eve. The x marks the Arabic ḥ. Ḥawwāʾ was created as the companion of Ādam, and together they are the parents of all humankind. In Somali it is also written Xaawo, and Hawa in English documents.
Is Xawa a Muslim name?
Yes. Xawa is the Somali form of Hawa, the name of Eve, the first woman in Islamic tradition.
Where is the name Xawa used?
Common among Somalis in the Horn of Africa and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Xawa mean?
Xawa means 'Eve, mother of mankind'. It comes from Arabic, Somali spelling.
Is Xawa a Muslim name?
Yes. Xawa is the Somali form of Hawa, the name of Eve, the first woman in Islamic tradition.
How do you write Xawa in Arabic?
Xawa is written حواء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Xawa?
Xawa is pronounced HAH-wah.