Hauwa
Meaning of Hauwa
Hauwa is a lovely name for a baby girl. It has its origins in the Hausa language, primarily spoken in West Africa. The name is pronounced as "how-wah" (/haʊwɑ/) in Hausa. Hauwa is also sometimes spelled as Hawa. In terms of popularity, Hauwa ranked 15,884th in the United States in 2017, with a total of 5 occurrences. This unique and culturally rich name carries associations of strength and beauty, making it a wonderful choice for parents looking for something distinctive and meaningful for their little one.
Pronunciation
Hausa
- Pronunced as how-wah (/haʊwɑ/)
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Notable People Named Hauwa
| Hauwa Ojeifo is a Nigerian sexual violence and mental health activist, and the first Nigerian female to receive a Queen's Young Leader Award for her work. |
| Hauwa Ibrahim is a Nigerian human rights lawyer and recipient of the European Parliament's Sakharov Prize in 2005. |
