Mahawa
Arabic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Mahawa
The given name 'Mahawa' is derived from the Arabic language, meaning 'like a flower' or 'blooming', and is likely related to the Arabic word 'mahwa', which refers to a type of flower.
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Etymology
The given name 'Mahawa' is derived from the Arabic language, meaning 'like a flower' or 'blooming', and is likely related to the Arabic word 'mahwa', which refers to a type of flower.
The name 'Mahawa' is used in various cultures, including Arabic and Islamic cultures, and has been found in historical records of the Ottoman Empire and other Middle Eastern regions.
Mahawa currently ranks #16,609 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2006.
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