Uwais

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Meaning

Small wolf

Origin

Arabic

Global Spellings

Arabic عويس
Urdu اویس
Persian اویس
Bengali উওয়াইস
Pashto اویس

Alternate Spellings

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Uwais is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Small wolf', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Uwais, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Uwais is a diminutive Arabic name, traditionally understood to mean “small wolf.” It is inseparable from Uwais al-Qarni, a devoted early Muslim from Yemen praised by the Prophet ﷺ in hadith for his hidden piety and his devotion to his mother, despite the two never having met in person.