Duaa
Arabic · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Duaa
Duaa (دعاء) means "prayer" or "supplication" and derives from the Arabic root د-ع-ي (d-ʿ-y), which relates to calling or invoking.
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Etymology
Duaa (دعاء) means "prayer" or "supplication" and derives from the Arabic root د-ع-ي (d-ʿ-y), which relates to calling or invoking. The name is primarily used in Muslim-majority cultures and Islamic communities worldwide, reflecting the religious significance of prayer in Islam, and has become increasingly common as a given name since the late 20th century.
Duaa currently ranks #4,584 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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