Aws

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Aws Pronunciation

Aws is pronounced OWSS /ˈaʊs/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic aws, 'a gift, a giving' (from a verb 'to give, to compensate'); also the name of an ancient Arab tribe of Medina; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A gift: Aws is Arabic for 'a gift; to give'. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'OWSS').

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic aws, 'a gift, a giving' (from a verb 'to give, to compensate'); also the name of an ancient Arab tribe of Medina; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#5910 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births15 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 237

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Aws comes from Arabic aws, 'a gift, a giving' (from a root 'to give, to compensate, to make up for a loss'). It is also the name of the Banu Aws, one of the two great Arab tribes of Medina who became the Ansar, the helpers of the Prophet (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, classic Arabic name (said 'OWSS', rhyming with 'house'; nickname Aws).

In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, a-gift at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Aws means 'a gift, a giving' in Arabic — and is the name of an ancient, noble Arab tribe of Medina who supported the Prophet — a crisp, classic name (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'OWSS', rhyming with 'house').

Overall data confidence 58%

Arabic references — Aws — routes layered

Variations

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Themes & Styles

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Aws?

Aws is pronounced OWSS (/ˈaʊs/). Press play above to hear Aws said aloud.

How do you say Aws?

Aws is said OWSS (/ˈaʊs/). Press play above to hear Aws said aloud.

What does the name Aws mean?

Aws is Arabic for 'a gift; to give'; it is also an ancient Arab tribal name. The routes are layered.

Is Aws a boy or girl name?

Aws is a boy's name.

How popular is Aws?

Aws is a very rare name in the U.S.