Aous

♂ Boy

Pronounced OWS /ˈaʊs/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic Aws, 'gift, compensation' (and an old word for 'wolf'); a tribe of early MedinaLow

In 30 seconds: A gift, and a wolf: Aous spells the Arabic Aws — 'gift, compensation' (and an ancient word for 'wolf'). Crisp, classic, and storied.

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic Aws, 'gift, compensation' (and an old word for 'wolf'); a tribe of early Medina

U.S. rank (2025)#5411 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births17 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 149

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Aous is a spelling of Arabic Aws, 'gift, compensation' — and an archaic word for 'wolf' (routes layered, which we note). The Aws tribe of early Medina gave it deep historic roots.

In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, gift-or-wolf at the root, and historic.

Did you know? The Aws were one of the two great tribes of early Medina — the name means 'gift', and is an old Arabic word for 'wolf' too.

Overall data confidence 65%

Arabic references — Aws — routes layered

Variations

AwsAusAuss

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aous mean?

Aous spells Arabic Aws, 'gift, compensation' (and an old word for 'wolf'); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Aous?

It's said OWS /ˈaʊs/ — a single syllable.

Is Aous a boy or girl name?

Aous is a boy's name.

How popular is Aous?

Aous is a rare name in the U.S.