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MawoudIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Praiseworthy

Pronunciation: MAH-wood

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Name
Mawoud
Meaning
Praiseworthy
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Pashto, Hindi, English
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
MAH-wood
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Mawoud mean?

Mawoud is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Praiseworthy". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: MAH-wood. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

ماود

محبت والوداد اور عقفت کا مشتق نام

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

ماود

اسم مشتق من الحب و الوداد و العطف

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

MAH-wood

IPA

/mɑːˈwuːd/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Mawoud is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Praiseworthy. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

BlueGreen

Lucky Stone

Lapis Lazuli

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creative, artistic, and socially-confident individuals.

Personality

Personality Traits

RighteousWisePeacefulM = Modest

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Strive for Allah's approval in all aspects of life.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Mawoud holds a significant cultural impact within the Islamic community, particularly during the month of Rabi'ul Awwal. It is during this month that Muslims commemorate the birth and life of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The name is associated with the Prophet's famous companion, Abu Bakr As-Siddiq, who was among the first converts to Islam and a close friend of the Prophet. Abu Bakr's Islamic name was Al-Siddiq, which means 'the truthful' or 'the trustworthy one'. This association highlights the virtues of truthfulness and loyalty to the faith and to each other that are cherished in Islamic culture.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Mawoud represents a constant reminder to praises and glorifies Allah. It invites one to strive towards seeking Allah's approval and acknowledgement, both in actions and intentions. The name also highlights the idea of acknowledging Allah's blessings and thanking Him for the gift of life, echoing the ethos of the Islamic faith. Additionally, the name is a reminder of the importance of truthfulness and authenticity in one's actions and utterances, further emphasizing the values and morals held dear within the Islamic community.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ibn Kathir's Al-Bidayah wa Al-Nihayah The name Mawoud carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Historical records show that Al-Tabari's Tarikh Al-Rusul Wa Al-Muluk The name Mawoud carried significant weight in that era.

8th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Mawoud

A name derived from love, affection, and mercy

🇵🇰Urdu

ماود

محبت والوداد اور عقفت کا مشتق نام

🇸🇦Arabic

ماود

اسم مشتق من الحب و الوداد و العطف

🇮🇳Hindi

मावद

प्रेम और स्नेह से लिया गया नाम

🇦🇫Pashto

ماود

د مینې او میړه نوم

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